Q13) A plant gets rid of excess water through transpiration. Which is a method used by plants to get rid of solid waste products? (a) shortening of stem (b) dropping down of fruits (c) shedding of yellow leaves (d) expansion of roots into the soil
Answer. (i) the plants get rid of gaseous waste products through stomata in leaves and lenticels in stems. (ii) They get rid of solid and liquid waste by shedding off leaves, peeling of bark and falling of fruits. (iii) Secreting gums and resins.
