What will be the effect of accumulation of K+ ions in guard cells?
A
Water potential increase
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B
Water potential decrease
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C
Loss of turgidity
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D
Exosmosis
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Solution
The correct option is B Water potential decrease Accumulation of K+ ions in guard cells, will decrease water potential. Consequently water will move inside the guard cells from surrounding cells, making them turgid. When the guard cells are turgid, the stomatal pore will open.
So, the correct answer is 'Water potential decrease'