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Absorption by roots - The Processes Involved — Biology STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10BiologyAbsorption by roots - The Processes Involved2 Marks
Question
The diagram given below represents an experimental set – up to demonstrate a certain process. Study the same and answer the questions that follow:
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Mention two advantages of the process to the plants.
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Answer

(i) The roots of plants absorb water and minerals from surrounding soil due to osmosis. (ii) Osmosis allows plants to absorb water from the soil which helps plants to keep cells alive in roots, stems and leaves. (iii) Osmosis is also important in the opening and closing of stomata which is an important feature for the processes like transpiration and photosynthesis.

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