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Plant specimens that are dried pressed and preserved on sheets are found in

A

Herbarium

B

Floras

C

Museum

D

Botanical garden

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks where plant specimens that are dried, pressed, and preserved on sheets can be found. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option A: Herbarium**: A herbarium is a collection of plant specimens that have been dried, pressed, and preserved on sheets. This is a key characteristic of a herbarium. - **Option B: Flora**: Flora refers to the plant life occurring in a particular region or time, and it serves as an index of plants. It does not involve the physical preservation of specimens. - **Option C: Museum**: A museum is a building that houses historical and scientific specimens, but it does not specifically focus on the preservation of plant specimens in the manner described. - **Option D: Botanical Garden**: A botanical garden is a place where plants are collected and grown in a controlled environment, but it does not involve the drying and pressing of specimens for preservation. 3. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: Based on the definitions and characteristics of each option, the herbarium is the only place specifically dedicated to the drying, pressing, and preservation of plant specimens on sheets. 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is **Option A: Herbarium**. ---
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