Question

Peat Moss is used as a packing material for sending flowers and live plants to distant places because

• A. it is hygroscopic
• B. it reduces transpiration
• C. it serves as a disinfectant
• D. it is easily available

Answer 1

The correct option is A it is hygroscopic

Peat moss is a fibrous material derived from Sphagnum moss. Peat mosses are hygroscopic in nature and hence hold water for a long period of time (and hence to send to distant places). This moisture helps keep the living materials and flowers fresh for a long time.