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प्रश्न
Correct the following statement by changing the underlined word.
Xylem transports starch from the leaves to all parts of the plant body.
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उत्तर
Phloem transports starch from the leaves to all parts of the plant body.
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Draw a magnified view of the root-hair, and describe, how it helps in the absorption of water from the soil.
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Match the items in column I with those in column II
| Column I | Column II | ||
| (a) | Xylem | (i) | semi - permeable |
| (b) | Phloem | (ii) | permeable |
| (c) | Cell membrane | (iii) | downward flow of sap |
| (d) | Root pressure | (iv) | upward flow of water |
| (e) | Cell wall | (v) | guttation |
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(ii) Give the technical term for the solution in which the cell was placed.
(iii) Name the parts numbered 1 to 4.
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(v) What would you do to bring this cell back to its original condition?
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