Leaves: A) represent a fairly small fraction of the overall metabolic budget for a plant. B) depend on the roots to supply CO₂. C) are the main photosynthetic organ of most plants. D) are the main site of water uptake in plants. E) prevent CO₂ and O₂ from entering the plant.

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Leaves are the main photosynthetic organ of most plants, where they capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy through photosynthesis.