Why Might These Trees Only Secrete Nectar on Young Leaves

question 65

Multiple Choice

Why might these trees only secrete nectar on young leaves rather than larger more mature leaves?

• A)These leaves are near the apical meristem
• B)These leaves are near the lateral meristem
• C)These leaves perform more photosynthesis
• D)These leaves have more cellulose
• E)These leaves have internodes

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