Question : Isit correct to say that photosynthesis occurs only is leaves of a plant? Besides leaves, what are the other parts that may becapable of carrying outphotosynthesis ? Justify.

Question : Isit correct to say that photosynthesis occurs only is leav

1.	Question : Isit correct to say that photosynthesis occurs only is leaves of a plant? Besides leaves, what are the other parts that may becapable of carrying outphotosynthesis ? Justify.
Answer» Solution :Photosynthesis by root When root possesses chloroplasts and perform photosynthesis then it is called assimilatory roots eg. Photosyntheti root. Photosynthesis by stem : In cactu, stem acts LIKE a leaf. Its stem is GREEN coloured, flat thick ND fleshy. That performs photosynthesis. It is called as phylloclade. Photosynthesis by petiole : In AUSTRALIAN Baval leaflets fall very quickly so petiole BECOMES green, flat leaflike and performs photosynthesis. It is called cladode.