Biology 5090 · O Level · Uptake and transport of water and ions

Uptake and transport of water and ions — practice question

(a(i))[4]

Explain how wilting develops in a plant.

(a(ii))[3]

Explain why mature plants wilt less than newly transplanted seedlings, even when the conditions are similar.

(b)[3]

Suggest an explanation for what would happen to a plant if it is accidentally ‘watered’ with a concentrated salt solution.

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