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Which of the following process defines the amount of turgidity of the guard cell?

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Photosynthesis

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Excretion

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Secretion

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Absorption

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Solution

The correct option is A Absorption
Absorption of water into the guard cells is responsible for the turgidity of the cell.
Excretion is the process of removing waste.
Secretion is the process of releasing a product out of the cell.
Photosynthesis is the process of synthesis of food by plants.
So the correct answer is 'Absorption'.

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