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Finely dissected leaf may be an adaptati...

Finely dissected leaf may be an adaptation of

A

xerophytes

B

psssammophytes

C

halophytes

D

hydrogphytes.

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D
The submerged leaves of hydrophytes are often highly dissected or divided to create to very large surface area for absorption and photosynthesis. It also minimises water resistance and hence potential damange to the leaves due to tearing effect of water.
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