Question 28
Transport in PlantsWhich of the following is not true about a potted plant left in the laboratory for one week without watering?
- A.the cells of the plant will be turgid
- B.there will be wilting of the plant
- C.the leaves are likely to turn yellow
- D.plant will not take in enough nutrients
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (the cells of the plant will be turgid)
Explanation
With no water the plant keeps losing water by transpiration, its cells become flaccid and it wilts. Its cells cannot be turgid.