In plants, structures like runners, rhizomes, suckers, and tubers are capable of giving rise to new offspring. These are collectively known as:
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Correct answer: Vegetative propagules
Vegetative propagation is a form of asexual reproduction in plants. Since these structures involve only one parent and no gametic fusion, they are referred to as vegetative propagules.
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