You spot a wilted impatiens plant on the windowsill.This wilting occurs when the _______ of a plant's cells is _______.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Wilting of a plant occurs when the turgor pressure, or the pressure exerted by water inside the cells, is low. This can happen when there is not enough water available for the plant to take up, or when water is being lost through transpiration faster than it is being replaced. The other options (A, C, and D) refer to factors that can affect water movement in and out of cells, but do not directly relate to wilting. Option B describes the opposite situation of wilting, where turgor pressure is high and the plant is firm and upright.

You Spot a Wilted Impatiens Plant on the Windowsill