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Standard XII
Biology
Question

Potato is (underground) stem because it
  1. Possesses axillary buds (eyes).
  2. Lacks chlorophyll.
  3. Does not bear roots.
  4. Contains reserve food.

A
Possesses axillary buds (eyes).
B
Lacks chlorophyll.
C
Does not bear roots.
D
Contains reserve food.
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Plants like potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) reproduce by producing tubers. Tubers are modified stems that store starch. Tubers arise as swollen ends of stolons, and contain many adventitious buds (eyes on potatoes).
Therefore, the correct option is A.

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