WAEC Biology 2016 Question 9

Question 9

Cell and Its Environment

Flaccidity in plants is associated with

  1. A.cessation of photosynthesis.
  2. B.wilting.
  3. C.turgidity.
  4. D.discolouration of leaves.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (wilting.)

Explanation

When plant cells lose water they become flaccid (soft), and the leaves and stem droop: the plant wilts.