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Organisms and Populations — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYOrganisms and Populations1 Mark
MCQ
Viscum is:
  • A
    Partial root parasite
  • ✓
    Partial stem parasite
  • C
    Total root parasite
  • D
    Total stem parasite
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
Partial stem parasite
Viscum album $($commonly called as mistletoe$)$ is a partial stem parasite. It is capable of photosynthesizing and manufacturing its own food. It is a hemiparasite on several species of trees, from which it draws water and nutrients. It is also a flavoring agent and it is used to cure respiratory and circulatory disorders.

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