Why do most angiosperms have alternate phyllotaxy, with leaf emergence at an angle of 137.5° compared to leaves above and below?

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Elanso [62]3 years ago

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Answer: The answer is D: to allow maximum exposure to light and to reduce shading of lower leaves.

Explanation:

The arrangement of leaves on a Stem is known as Phyllotaxy. It is used to enable them obtain maximum exposure to sunlight.

Leaves are classified as either alternate, spiral or opposite.

Leaves with alternate pattern arise at a different point (node) on the stem. This helps reduce shading of the lower leaves.

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