Why Does Overwatering a Plant Kill It

question 11

Multiple Choice

Why does overwatering a plant kill it?

• A) Water does not have all the necessary minerals a plant needs to grow.
• B) Water neutralizes the pH of the soil.
• C) The roots are deprived of oxygen.
• D) Water supports the growth of root parasites.
• E) Water lowers the water potential of the roots.

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