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What do you think is the reason why some roots develop under the leaves?

Biology 2e

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ISBN:9781947172517

Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter30: Plant Form And Physiology

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 12RQ: Roots that enable a plant to grow on another plant are called.______ epiphytic roots prop roots...

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