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The site of preception of light on plants for flowering is

A

Stems

B

Root

C

Leaves

D

Fruits

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the specific part of the plant that perceives light for the purpose of flowering. 2. **Defining Key Terms**: The term "photoperiod" is crucial here. It refers to the duration of light exposure that a plant receives, which influences its flowering process. 3. **Identifying Plant Parts**: The options provided are stems, roots, leaves, and trunks. We need to determine which part is primarily responsible for light perception. 4. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Stems**: While stems support the plant and can have some light perception, they are not the primary site for flowering response. - **Roots**: Roots are primarily involved in nutrient and water uptake and do not play a role in light perception for flowering. - **Leaves**: Leaves are the main site for photosynthesis and are equipped with photoreceptors that detect light, making them essential for perceiving the photoperiod. - **Trunks**: Similar to stems, trunks do not significantly contribute to the perception of light for flowering. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the leaves are the part of the plant that perceives light for flowering. Therefore, the correct answer is **leaves**. **Final Answer**: The site of perception of light on plants for flowering is **leaves**. ---
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