(C) In many leguminous plants, the leaf base becomes swollen, which is known as the $Pulvinus$. This structure plays a crucial role in the movement of

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(C) In many leguminous plants, the leaf base becomes swollen, which is known as the $Pulvinus$. This structure plays a crucial role in the movement of leaves, such as the seismonastic movements observed in $Mimosa \, pudica$ (touch-me-not plant).

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Pulvinus means....

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Expandable leaf base
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Contractile leaf base
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Swollen leaf base
D
Covering leaf base

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