Transport in Plants

  • Question 1
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    Why the water is forced to move through cell membrane beyond endodermis ?

    Solution
    Water is forced to move through cell membranes beyond endodermis because of the suberin (waxy substance) present on radial walls of endodermal cells blocks water and solute movement through cell walls of endodermis. 
    Question 2
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    Why the cortex produces no resistance to movement of water ?

    Solution
    The cortical cells are loosely packed and produce no resistance to movement of water via cell walls or apoplast.
    Question 3
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    What is transmembrane pathway ?

    Solution
    The movement of water through cell membranes is called trans membrane pathway.
    Question 4
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    Give the term for the ability to resist a pulling force.

    Solution
    Tensile strength

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