When the guard cells of a leaf shrink, the stomata

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When the guard cells of a leaf shrink, they lose their turgor pressure and become less curved, which causes them to close the stomata. This process is called stomatal closure. Therefore, the correct option is B, which is "close." Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they suggest that the stomata stay open, perform photosynthesis, or die, which are not true consequences of guard cell shrinking.

When the Guard Cells of a Leaf Shrink, the Stomata