Discussion :: Physics
- Plants are dried up in winter due to frost because
A.
Evaporation does not take place |
B.
Photosynthesis does not take place at such low temperature |
C.
Respiration does not take place at low temperature |
D.
There is mechanical loss of tissues and drought condition prevails |
Answer : Option D
Explanation :
The rate of respiration is dependent on temperature: The warmer it is, the more a plant will respire. Extreme winter cold and frost are similar to summer drought in that frozen water is unavailable to the plant. The air is very dry as well.
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