Question

Senescense in plants leads into .......... of cells.

• A. Increase in size
• B. Increase in number
• C. Death
• D. Differentiation

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Death

Senescence also known as aging refers to the decrease in the functional capacity of an organism. This results in a cellular breakdown followed by metabolic failure. The death of cells followed by the death of plant is seen in senescence. Thus the correct answer is option C.