AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

TRANSPORT IN PLANTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not an important use of water in plants?
A
To maintain turgor.
B
For photosynthesis
C
To keep cool
D
For cell division
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A) It provides energy for chemical reaction – Water does not provide energy for chemical reactions so it is not the function of water. It cannot provide energy so it is the correct answer.

Detailed explanation-2: -Here playing Holi with water is not an essential or primary purpose of water.

Detailed explanation-3: -(i) Water helps in the germination of seeds. (ii) Water helps in the process of photosynthesis by which plants prepare their food. ADVERTISEMENTS: (iii) Water helps in the transport of nutrients and minerals from the soil to the plants.

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