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Ginger is a modified underground stem called a

  • A Bulb
  • B Corm
  • C Rhizome
  • D Tuber

Correct answer: C. Rhizome

Explanation: Ginger is a rhizome - a horizontal underground stem that stores food. It has nodes, internodes, scale leaves, and buds. Other examples: turmeric, lotus, fern.

Concept context

External structure of roots, stems, and leaves plus internal tissue organization. High marks in Class 11 and NEET.

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