Plants Need Varying Amount of Water and Sunlight to Grow

question 98

Short Answer

Plants need varying amount of water and sunlight to grow. The following contour diagrams each show the growth of a different plant as a function of the amount of water and sunlight. Which diagram would represent a plant that does best in a temperate climate (moderate water and sunshine)?

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Definitions:

Malpighian Tubules

The excretory organs of many arthropods.

Excretion

The discharge from the body of a waste product of metabolism (not to be confused with the elimination of undigested food materials). Compare with elimination.

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Human Activities

Actions and endeavors undertaken by humans that impact the environment, including industry, agriculture, and recreation.