Assertion: The main function of stem is

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Reproduction in Organisms

Question:

Assertion: The main function of stem is reproduction.
Reason :Stem does not bear leaves to manufacture food for plants.

Options:

Both Assertion (A) and reason (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

Both Assertion (A) and reason (R) are correct and but R is not the correct explanation of A.

Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is not correct.

Both Assertion (A) and Reason are false (F )

Correct Answer:

Both Assertion (A) and Reason are false (F )

Explanation:

Stems have four main functions which are:

Support for the elevation of leaves, flowers and fruits.

The stems keep the leaves in the light and provide a place for the plant to keep its flowers and fruits.

Transport of fluids between the roots and the shoots in the xylem and phloem.