Question

Explain why, a land plant may die if its roots remain waterlogged for a long time.

Answer 1

Answer:

• A land plant may die if its roots remain waterlogged for a long time because too much water expels all the air from in-between the soil particles.
• Due to this, oxygen is not available to the roots for aerobic respiration.
• Under these conditions, the roots will respire anaerobically, producing alcohol. This may kill the plant.