Question

Leaves of a healthy potted plant were coated with vaseline. Will this plant remain healthy for long ? Give reasons for your answer.

Answer 1

This plant will not remain healthy for a long time because :

(i) It will not get oxygen for respiration.

(ii) It will not get carbon dioxide for photosynthesis.

(iii) Upward movement of water and minerals would be hampered due to lack of transpiration.