NEET Biology NEET PYQ-Photosynthesis and Translocation of Organic Solute

  • question_answer
    Glycolate induces opening of stomata in: [AIPMT 2001]

    A) presence of oxygen

    B) low CO2 concentration

    C) high CO2 concentration

    D) absence of CO2

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [B] Light causes photosynthesis which lead to reduction in CO2 concentration \[\to \] synthesis of glycolate \[\to \] oxidation of glycolate \[\to \] ATP synthesis \[\to \] activation of K+ pump \[\to \] movement of K+ in guard cell \[\to \] movement of water into guard cells \[\to \] swelling of guard cell \[\to \] openingof stomata. 


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