Plant Physiology for CUET PG 2024

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Plant physiology focuses solely on the external structures of plants, such as leaves and stems.

False (B)

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG 2024 includes agriculture science as a subject area.

True (A)

Increasing the concentration of available nitrogen will always improve crop yield, irrespective of other nutrient levels.

False (B)

Plant hormones such as auxins primarily regulate water transport within the plant.

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All plant physiological processes cease entirely during the winter season in temperate climates.

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The CUET PG exam exclusively assesses practical skills rather than theoretical knowledge in agriculture science.

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Photorespiration is an efficient pathway for carbon fixation in plants under high temperatures and low oxygen conditions.

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The Casparian strip in plant roots ensures that water and nutrients are absorbed equally through all cell walls.

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Transpiration is the process by which plants lose water vapor primarily through the lenticels located on stems.

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Nutrient deficiency symptoms always manifest first in older leaves because plants prioritize nutrient allocation to younger, actively growing tissues.

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Flooding stress in plants can lead to anaerobic conditions in the roots, potentially increasing the production of ethylene.

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Apoplastic movement of water involves movement through the cytoplasm and vacuoles of plant cells.

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The movement of phloem sap is primarily driven by gravity, allowing sugars to passively flow from source to sink.

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Abscisic acid (ABA) generally promotes seed germination, especially under drought conditions, by enhancing water uptake.

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The enzyme RuBisCO catalyzes both carboxylation and oxygenation reactions in photosynthesis.

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The primary function of gibberellins in plants is to inhibit stem elongation and reduce plant height.

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The rate of transpiration increases linearly with an increase in humidity, as higher moisture levels facilitate water movement.

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Mycorrhizae are beneficial associations between plant roots and fungi that primarily inhibit nutrient uptake from the soil.

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In C4 plants, the initial carbon fixation occurs in the mesophyll cells, and the Calvin cycle takes place in the bundle sheath cells.

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Ethylene is known to promote fruit ripening. Therefore, storing fruits in a well-ventilated area will delay the ripening process.

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Flashcards

Plant Physiology

Plant physiology explores plants' internal functions and processes.

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process where plants convert light energy into chemical energy.

Hormone Regulation

Hormone regulation involves plant hormones controlling growth and development.

Study Notes

  • Plant Physiology Class #56 is tailored for CUET PG 2024 Agriculture Science students.
  • The class explores plant physiological processes such as photosynthesis and hormone regulation.
  • The course aims to break down complex concepts.
  • The instructors provide easy-to-understand segments.
  • The course helps students to excel in their CUET exams.
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