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Thorn is a stem structure because it...

Thorn is a stem structure because it

A

Develops from trunk

B

Develops from axillary bud

C

Grows from external surface

D

Is pointed

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B
The axillary buds of plants like Citrus and Bougainvillea lose their ability to grow and form hard woody and pointed structure called thorns. These thorns protect the plants from browsing animals.
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