On a Short-Term Basis, Water Loss in Plants May Be

question 7

Multiple Choice

On a short-term basis, water loss in plants may be controlled by the

• A)bending of the petioles on the leaves.
• B)closing of the stele in the roots.
• C)closing of the stomata in the leaves to limit transpiration.
• D)opening of the stomata in the leaves to allow more carbon dioxide to enter.

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