Biology GK Questions Quiz-54

1061.The process of imbibition involves (1) Diffusion (2) Capillary action (3) Absorption (4) Both (1) and (2) Answer: 1061.(3) The uptake or absorption of water by the solid substance without forming a solution is called imbibition. The substances absorbing water are called imbibants which do not dissolve in water. It is the initial step in the germination of the seeds. 1062.A cell increases in volume when it is placed in (1) Hypertonic solution (2) Hypotonic solution (3) Isotonic solution (4) None of these Answer: 1062.(2) When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution, water rushes into the membrane, increasing the cell’s volume. Eventually, the cell’s membrane is enlarged such that it pushes against the cell’s rigid wall. At this point the cell is said to be turgid. 1063.Translocation of water is (1) Apoplastic (2) Symplastic (3) Both (1) and (2) (4) None of the above Answer: 1063.(3) The transport of soluble organic substances (sometimes called assimilates) within a plant is known as translocation. Bo…