NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
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Question
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Amarbel is an example of
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autotroph
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parasite
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saprotroph
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host
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Amarbel (Cuscuta) is an example of a parasite. There is no chlorophyll in it. The plant it’s climbing provides it with ready-to-eat nourishment. Amarbel communicates with its host plants using haustoria.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cuscuta reflexa is the botanical name for the amarbel. It is also known as giant dodder. It grows in a creative manner over host plants and this species has the capability of producing numerous branches within a short period of time.
Detailed explanation-3: -Amarbel (Cuscuta) is an example of parasite. It contains no chlorophyll.
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