UPSC General Studies Solved Paper - General Studies-2013

  • question_answer
    Many transplanted seedlings do not grow because

    A)  the new soil does not contain favourable minerals

    B)  most of the root hairs grip the new soil too hard

    C)  most of the root hairs are lost during transplantation leaves get damaged during transplantation

    D)  leaves get damaged during transplantation

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Exp. [c] The most important roots of the plant are those, which are located furthest from the plant. As opposed to the thicker roots located close to the plant, these smaller roots are thin and carry very fine hair.


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