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Mangroves are...

Mangroves are

A

Xerophytes

B

Hydrophytes

C

Halophytes

D

Glycophytes

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The correct Answer is:
C
A halophyte is a plant that grows in water of high salinity coming into contact with saline water through its roots such as saline semi-deserts, mangrove swamps, marshes, and seashore.
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