A) \[C{{O}_{2}}\] is released without any absorption of \[{{O}_{2.}}\]
B) \[{{O}_{2}}\]is absorbed but \[C{{O}_{2}}\] is not released.
C) There is often compensation point in these plants due to thick phylloclades.
D) None of the above
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
[b] In succulent plants like Opuntia there is an incomplete oxidation of the carbohydrates resulting in the formation of organic acids. \[C{{O}_{2}}\]is not released. \[2{{C}_{6}}{{H}_{12}}{{O}_{6}}+3{{O}_{2}}\to 3{{C}_{4}}{{H}_{6}}{{O}_{5}}+3{{H}_{2}}O+386kcal.\] \[R.Q.=\frac{C{{O}_{2}}}{{{O}_{2}}}=\frac{0}{3}=0\]
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