Question

When plants absorb water in order to maintain a certain moisture level, they are engaging in the process of ________.
A
stimulus and response

B
growth and development

C
homeostasis

D
evolution

Answer 1

When plants absorb water in order to maintain a certain moisture level, they are engaging in the process of **C) homeostasis**. Homeostasis refers to the processes by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.