EAMCET Medical EAMCET Medical Solved Paper-2006

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    Which one of the following is the reason for higher rate of transpiration is Sorghum as compared to maize?

    A)  Increased shoot/root ratio

    B)  Increased rate of respiratory quotient

    C)  Increased rate of photosynthesis

    D)  Decreased shoot/root ratio

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                     Sorghum has high shoot root ratio (due to more length) than maize. According to Parker (1949) the rate of transpiration is directly proportional to shoot-root ratio.


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