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Assertion (A): Aerenchyma is the chief anatomical adaptation of hydrophytes.
Reason (R): Aerenchyma helps the plant in the exchange of gases and gives buoyancy.

A

Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion.

B

Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.

C

Assertion is true and Reason is false.

D

Assertion is false and Reason is true.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion (A)**: - The assertion states that "Aerenchyma is the chief anatomical adaptation of hydrophytes." - Aerenchyma is a specialized type of parenchyma tissue that contains large air spaces (intercellular spaces) which allow for buoyancy and gas exchange. 2. **Understanding the Reason (R)**: - The reason states that "Aerenchyma helps the plant in the exchange of gases and gives buoyancy." ...
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