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A well watered potted herbaceous plant shows wilting in the afternoon of a dry sunny day. Give reason.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Wilting**: - Wilting refers to the loss of rigidity in the non-woody parts of plants. This occurs when the plant cells lose turgor pressure, which is the pressure of the cell contents against the cell wall. 2. **Conditions of the Plant**: - The question states that the plant is well-watered, meaning it has sufficient water available in the soil. However, it still shows wilting in the afternoon. ...
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