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Higher Order Question. Ginger is considered to be a stem, not a root. Why? - Science

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Higher Order Question.

Ginger is considered to be a stem, not a root. Why?

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Solution

Ginger has the following characteristics of a stem.

  1. It has scale leaves
  2. It has nodes and Intemodes
  3. It has axillary buds and a terminal bud.
    Therefore Ginger is considered to be a stem but it is a modified underground stem which stores food.
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Modifications of Plant Parts - Modification of Stems
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Chapter 5: Reproduction and Modification in Plants - Evaluation [Page 72]

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Samacheer Kalvi Science - Term 1 [English] Class 7 TN Board
Chapter 5 Reproduction and Modification in Plants
Evaluation | Q VIII. 1. | Page 72
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