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Why are the leaves on the outer part of the branches larger than those on the inner part?
Question asked by: thyristor

Asked on: 25 Aug 2008
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This is because these are the ones that are most likely to collect the light, those further in have less light exposure.
By: knowitall
Replied at: 25 Sep 2008
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