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Part of the palnt which bears nodes and internodes is known as

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the part of the plant that bears nodes and internodes. 2. **Defining Nodes and Internodes**: - **Nodes** are the points on the stem where leaves are attached. - **Internodes** are the segments of the stem between two nodes. 3. **Identifying the Part of the Plant**: - The part of the plant that contains both nodes and internodes is the **stem**. 4. **Characteristics of the Stem**: - The stem is the ascending part of the plant, which means it grows upward against gravity. - It serves as the main axis of the plant and supports leaves and flowers. 5. **Distinguishing Between Roots and Stems**: - Unlike stems, roots do not have nodes and internodes. This is a key difference between the two structures. 6. **Example of a Modified Stem**: - An example of a modified stem is the potato, which is an underground stem that has tubers. These tubers are actually nodes. 7. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is that the part of the plant which bears nodes and internodes is known as the **stem**. ---
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