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Leaves of a healthy potted plant were coated with vaseline. Will this plant remain healthy for long ? Give reasons for your answer.

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No, the plants will not remain healthy for long.
Reasons:
i] Gaseous exchange will not take place.
ii] No absorption of carbon dioxide will take place for photosynthesis.
iii] Transpiration will not occur, hence no transportation of water.
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