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Question

Which one increases in the absence of light ?

Options

A.Uptake of minerals
B.Uptake of water
C.Elongation of internodes
D.Ascent of sap

Solution

In general intense light retards groeth in plants. High light intensities induce dwarfening of the plant. Absence of light reduces the overall growh, photosynthesis, uptake of minerals and ascent of sap. However, the elongation of internodes is seen to occur in the absence of light.

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