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Respiration in Plants: Integration MCQ

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IntegrationMediumQuestion 10962

Question

Storage organs respire slowly in dormancy, but rate rises during active growth because:

  1. A
    Energy demand increases
    Correct
  2. B
    ATP is no longer required in dormancy
  3. C
    Water potential becomes positive
  4. D
    Mitochondria disappear

Correct answer

Energy demand increases

Explanation

Growth and mobilization of reserves increase respiratory demand.

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