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The waxy surface of the floating leaves of the hydrophytes prevents

A

Respiration

B

Photosynthesis

C

Transpiration

D

Clogging of stomata

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The correct Answer is:
C
Hydrophytes that are fully submerged have no stomata or waxy cuticle but floating parts of the leaf have waxy cuticle so as to prevent excess water loss on very hot days.
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