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Assertion : Epiphytic are called space parasites
Reason : Epiphytic roots possess velamen.

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If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion

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If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion

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If the assertion is true but the reason is false

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If both the assertion and reason are false

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Epiphytes live on the surface of other plants for shelter and space only, hence also called space parasites. Epiphytic roots possess a covering of dead spongy tissue known as velamen. With the help of velamen, they are able to absorb water from moist atmosphere, dew and rain
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