Answer the following questions in one or two sentences. Std:-7th. Sub:-Science. Lesson:-Nutrition In Plants.
Que:-If We Cover The Surface Of A Leaf With Petroleum Jelly, Would It Still Be Able To Carry Out Photosynthesis ? Why Or Why Not?
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No it will not be able too.
Explanation:
When we cover the surface of a leaf with petroleum jelly, it prevents the stomata from opening, hence preventing gas exchange. So, photosynthesis will not take place.
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Applying petroleum jelly on leaf surface will gradually hinder photosynthesis, transpiration and respiration. Because it blocks the pores and stomata which hampered the osmosis, Calvin cycle and interfere with the leaf cells.
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