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      Question

      Turmeric is an example of underground stem, known

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      A Bulb Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Tuber Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Corm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Rhizome Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Turmeric is an example of an underground stem, known as a rhizome. Rhizomes are horizontal, underground stems that are typically swollen and store food. Turmeric rhizomes are divided into two parts: 1. Mother Rhizome (central pear-shaped part) 2. Fingers (lateral, axillary parts) Thus, the correct answer is (d), Rhizome.

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