Leaves:a

represent a fairly small fraction of the overall metabolic budget for a plant.
b. depend on the roots to supply CO2.
c. are the main photosynthetic organ of most plants.
d. are the main site of water uptake in plants.
e. prevent CO2 and O2 from entering the plant.


C

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