Which of the following describes 'Reaction Wood' found in leaning branches?
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Correct answer: Wood formed to counteract gravity and tension
Reaction wood is a specialized tissue (compression wood in gymnosperms or tension wood in angiosperms) formed by the plant to correct the lean of branches or trunks and provide extra structural support.
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