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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis Objective Question

Question

Which specialized pores are responsible for the excretion of excess water in liquid droplet form in certain shrubs and grasses, as mentioned in the document?
Options
A Stomata
B Lenticels
C Hydathodes
Correct Answer
D Root hairs
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 39 explains: 'Guttation: certain shrubs and grasses may excrete excess water in the form of liquid droplets (especially when stomata are closed) from the leaf tips or edges through modified pores called hydathodes.'

Hint

Look for the specific term associated with guttation and liquid water excretion.

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