Question

Temporary wilting is due to

• A. Photosynthesis
• B. Transpiration
• C. Respiration
• D. Absorption of water

Answer 1

The correct option is B Transpiration

Temporary wilting is a condition when the amount of water lost from the plant during transpiration is greater the amount of water absorbed from the soil. It is the loss of rigidity of non-woody parts of the plants. This occurs when the turgor pressure in non-lignified plant cells falls towards zero, as a result of diminished water in the cells.

So, the correct answer is option B.