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    Consider the following statements:

    1.Xerophytes are plants that have adapted to life in dry habitats.

    2.Heliophytes are plants which are shade-loving and require less light intensity.

    3.Sciophytes are plants of sun-loving species that require intense light for normal development.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    1 only

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    1 and 3 only

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    3 only

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    1 and 2 only

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    Explanation:

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    • Xerophytes are plants adapted to life in a dry habitat.
    • They have adapted themselves in these conditions by evolving thick, fleshy stems or leaves, waxy coatings on leaves, or leaves converted into spiny structures.
    • Sun loving plants are called as heliophytes.
    • Shade loving plants are called as sciophytes.
    • Halophytes are salt lovers and grow in regions of high salt concentration.

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