Question 28
Land Preparation and Cultural PracticesTransplanting is best carried out in the evening because
- A.it allows for greater plant respiration
- B.roots show positive geotropism
- C.moisture losses are low during cold weather
- D.plants grow faster in the dark.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (moisture losses are low during cold weather)
Explanation
Cool evenings reduce water loss, so seedlings wilt less.