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Question
Explain why, a land plant may die if its roots remain waterlogged for a long time.
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Solution
The roots of plant can not respire if they remain water logged for a long time. This is because water replaces the air present between the soil particles. Thus, the roots do not get enough air to respire and the plant may die.
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