Plant tissues, which are actively growing have water content of
A
40 - 50%
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B
65 - 75%
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C
20 - 40%
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D
85 - 95%
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Solution
The correct option is D 85 - 95% Water is an essential component of protoplasm and forms 80-90% of the fresh weight of actively growing tissues. Water acts as a solvent for the solutes, take part in photosynthesis and maintain turgidity of the cells and tissues. Therefore, the correct answer is option D.