JAMB Biology 2011 Objective — Question 42
Question 42 of 60 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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The falling off of leaves of deciduous trees is helpful to the plant because it
- A. A. reduces the rate of transpirationCorrect
- B. B. enables the plant to conveniently eliminate its excretory products
- C. C. enables the plant to bear more fruits
- D. D. ensures that the limited mineral salts get to only growing regions
Explanation
Shedding leaves reduces the surface area for transpiration, helping the plant conserve water.
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