Question

Leaves play an important role in photosynthesis. A cactus or desert plants do not have leaves, then do you think photosynthesis take place in them. Justify your answer.​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Cactus grows in desert environment, where there is scarcity of water. The leaves of cactus are modified into spines, to prevent water loss from the surface of leaves. The green stem of the cactus plant contains chlorophyll. Thus, the stem is the centre of photosynthesis in the cactus plants instead of the leaves.