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the seed's food source will be used up by the time the new plant developsleaves. why does the plant no longer need the cotyleddon once the leaves are formed?

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Answer: The plant becomes self-sufficient when leaves grow onto it.

Explanation: The leaves will start photosynthesis instead of the Cotyledons providing nourishment for the seed.

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