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Wilting of leaves in hot weather is due ...

Wilting of leaves in hot weather is due to

A

Excessive transpiration

B

Excess of transpiration as compared to water absorption

C

Excessive water absorption by roots

D

Lack of water absorption

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The correct Answer is:
B
Wilting occurs when the pace at which plant loose moisture into the air by a process called transpiration is more than the ability of plant root to supply enough water.
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