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प्रश्न
Mention whether the following statement is true (T) or false (F) and give an explanation in support of your answer.
Guttation in plants occurs maximum at midday.
विकल्प
True
False
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उत्तर
This statement is false.
Explanation:
Guttation occurs due to excessive root pressure. It is at its maximum when root pressure is at its maximum, which occurs in the early mornings or at night. This is because during these times, transpiration is very low and water absorption is very high.
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