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प्रश्न
Are the following statement true or false? Give a reason in support of your answer.
Destarching of the leaves of a potted plant can occur only at night.
विकल्प
True
False
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उत्तर
This statement is false.
Explanation:
Destarching of the foliage of a potted plant can occur not only at night but also when the plant is exposed to continuous darkness for a specific period. This process can be occur in the absence of light and entails the removal of stored starch.
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