Stem of the sugarcane is edible give reason

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The stem of the sugarcane is edible because

Explanation:

1. The stem of sugarcane stores sugar content and other nutrients in it.

2. It is a example of modified stem above ground.

3. It is used in sugar industry for making sugar from the juice it stores.

4. It is the only edible part of the sugarcane because other parts are of no nutritious use.

5. Other parts of it such as leaves are used to feed cattle.

Yes, the stem part of sugarcane is edible. it can be consumed in the following different ways-

The stems contain a very sweet sap that can be consumed as a drink, made into syrups, or dried to make sugar and molasses among others.
It can also be manufactured into alcohol for use as a fuel in combustion engines. The stem also produces wax which can be used in the production of furniture, shoe, leather polishes, electrically insulating material, and waxed paper.
The stem also produces fiber that is used to make paper. "Bagasse" refers to the cane residue left over after sugar extraction. It is employed in the production of paper pulp, plastic, fiberboard, etc. as well as as a fuel.