DENDROLOGY

TREE PHYSIOLOGY

RESPIRATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is correct about respiration?
A
Occurs during day and night
B
Plant only
C
Need sunlight
D
Use carbon dioxide (Carbon dioxide in)
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In plants, respiration takes place both during day and night to keep the plant alive. However, it is prominent at night. At the same time, photosynthesis takes place only in the presence of light, that is during the daytime.

Detailed explanation-2: -Respiration happens throughout the day, whereas photosynthesis occurs only during the day when sunlight is present. As a result, plants’ breathing becomes visible at night.

Detailed explanation-3: -Final answer: Respiration takes place both during the day and night is a correct statement for the respiration in plants.

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