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Transport in Plants: Plant water status MCQ

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Plant water statusMediumQuestion 10644

Question

A plant may still wilt in moist soil if:

  1. A
    Transpiration exceeds absorption
    Correct
  2. B
    Root pressure is high
  3. C
    Hydathodes are open
  4. D
    Phloem loading increases

Correct answer

Transpiration exceeds absorption

Explanation

Excessive atmospheric demand can outpace root water uptake.

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