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Special feature of `C_(4)` plants is
(A) Thin cuticle
(B) Multilayered epidermis
(C) Kranz anatomy
(D) Both A and B

A

Thin cuticle

B

Multilayered epidermis

C

Kranz anatomy

D

Both A and B.

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To solve the question regarding the special feature of C4 plants, we will analyze each option provided: 1. **Understanding C4 Plants**: C4 plants are known for their unique method of carbon fixation, which is more efficient in hot and dry environments compared to C3 plants. They utilize a specialized anatomical structure known as Kranz anatomy. 2. **Evaluating the Options**: - **Option A: Thin cuticle**: A thin cuticle is not a unique feature of C4 plants; it can also be found in C3 plants. Therefore, this option is not correct. - **Option B: Multilayered epidermis**: Similar to the thin cuticle, a multilayered epidermis is not exclusive to C4 plants and can be present in other types of plants as well. Thus, this option is also incorrect. - **Option C: Kranz anatomy**: This is a distinctive feature of C4 plants. Kranz anatomy refers to the arrangement of mesophyll cells and bundle sheath cells in the leaves, which allows for efficient photosynthesis and carbon fixation. This is the correct option. - **Option D: Both A and B**: Since both A and B have been determined to be incorrect, this option cannot be correct. 3. **Conclusion**: The special feature of C4 plants is **Kranz anatomy**, making **Option C** the correct answer. ### Final Answer: **(C) Kranz anatomy**
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