BOTANY

BOTANY

HORTICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Jacob learns a disadvantage of propagating using cuttings is that when cuttings are removed from the parent plant, the:
A
cuttings’ absorption process stops.
B
cuttings are cut off from their source of water.
C
parent plant needs more light.
D
parent plant needs additional fertilizer.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Jacob learns a disadvantage of propagating using cuttings is that when cuttings are removed from the parent plant, the: cuttings are cut off from their source of water.

Detailed explanation-2: -Propagation by cuttings involves taking a vegetative piece of the plant (stem, leaf, root) and placing it in environmental conditions that allow new roots or shoots to develop and grow into a new plant. Large plants that need to be pruned back are good candidates for propagation by cuttings.

Detailed explanation-3: -Callie is propagating her African violet by taking leaf cuttings. She is confident that leaf cuttings will work because she is using: A. Axillary buds.

Detailed explanation-4: -Roots. The roots’ functions are to absorb nutrients and moisture, anchor the plant in the soil, support the stem and store food. Roots are often overlooked, probably because they are less visible than the rest of the plant. However, it’s important to understand plant root systems.

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