Which of the following feature do not help hydrophytes to stay afloat in water A) The stalks and stems have large tunnels B) Leaves have waxy coating C) Large circular disc shaped leaves D) Finger like and ribbon like leaves and stem?

Option 1 : A and C

Explanation:-

Hydrophytes:-

• Hydrophytes are plants that are found in water.
• They have open stomata.
• They have thin cuticles.
• They have large flat leaves on surface plants for flotation.
• They have large air sacks for floatation.
• Leaves have a waxy coating.
• The roots of these plants are feathery to hold up the plant.
• Hydrophytes have modified roots to pick up oxygen.
• They have finger-like leaves and stems.
• They have a reduction in roots.

Examples:-  Nelumbo Nucifera, Marsilea, etc.

• Mesophytes:-  Mesophytes are plants that are found in natural environments. Example - Tulip, Maple trees, etc.
• Xerophytes:- They are plants that live in dry habitats. They easily adapt the environmental changes.