Question

To experimentally demonstrate that carbon dioxide is released during the process of respiration, a) What is the purpose of keeping the seeds moistened in the experiment? b) In the experiment, what is the purpose of using KOH solution? c) State any 2 precautions to be taken while performing the experiment.

Answer 1

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Explanation:

The solution is known to absorb carbon dioxide that is released during the process of respiration of germinating seeds, thereby creating a slight vacuum in the flask hence increase in the water level. The rise in water level indicates the occurrence of the process of respiration.