Q. Which of the following two are the resultant of stipule modifications? I.Spines in Ziziphus. II.Tendrils in Smilax. III.Tendrils in Nepenthes. IV.Spines in Argemone. V.Thorns in Bougainvellea.
A) I and III
B) I and II
C) II and V
D) III and V
Explanation
In smilax, stipules become elongated and function as tendril. Spines of Ziziphus and Acacia are modified stipules.
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