The leaf is attached to the stem by the __________.

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Petiole:
The petiole is the basal part of the leaf that attaches itself to the nodes present in the stem.
A typical leaf has the following parts: leaf base(petiole), leaf blade(lamina), and midrib.
The green, flat and broad part of the leaf is called the lamina or leaf blade.
The leaf base (petiole) which enters into the leaf axis is known as the midrib. Midrib bears branches which are known as veins.
Final answer: The leaf is attached to the stem by the petiole.

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Which of the following is not a correct match?
(a) Petiole: attaches leaf to stem
(b) Lamina: green flat part of leaf
(c) Margin: gives shape to the leaf
(d) Veins: transpiration

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Q. The part of a leaf that is attached to the stem is called ________.

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In some plants, a leaf is directly attached to the petiole without a leaf stalk.

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