Question

In xerophytes, the osmotic concentration of cell sap is

• A. Less than normal
• B. Normal
• C. More than normal
• D. No osmotic pressure at all

Answer 1

The correct option is C More than normal

The osmotic concentration of cell sap is higher in xerophytes to allow them to absorb water in an otherwise water deficient environment. The higher osmotic concentration would mean a lower water potential. A lower water potential will be advantageous to xerophytes as water always flows from a higher water potential to lower water potential.