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Assertion (A): Lenticels allow diffusion of gases for respiration. Reason (R): Lenticels are located on the surpface of older woody stems. They close during night time and open during the day for the

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Assertion (A): Lenticels allow diffusion of gases for respiration.

Reason (R): Lenticels are located on the surpface of older woody stems. They close during night time and open during the day for the process of transpiration.

Options

  • A is True and R is False.

  • A is False and R is True.

  • Both A and R are True.

  • Both A and R are False.

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Assertion and Reasoning
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Solution

A is True and R is False.

Explanation:

Lenticels are located on the surface of older woody stems. They remain open as they have no opening and closing mechanism like stomata.

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Chapter 5: Transpiration - Review Questions [Page 69]

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Selina Concise Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 5 Transpiration
Review Questions | Q A. 13. | Page 69
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