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What are the adaptations of leaf for photosynthesis?

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Leaves shows following adaptations for photosynthesis:
a] Leaves serve to provide large surface area to facilitate maximum light absorption.
b] The extensive network of veins helps quick transport of substances to and from the mesophyll cells.
c] Leaves contain chloroplasts, the site for photosynthesis. Since upper surface of leaves are directly illuminated, number of chloroplast is higher in the upper surface.
d] Presence of tiny pores called as stomata on leaf.s surface facilitate gaseous exchange and transpiration.
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