A scientist performs an experiment by placing petroleum jelly on under side of plant leaves. This blocks the leaves’ stomata. The plant continues to be watered and is located in a sunny spot. What will the scientist observe?(1 point)

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The plant goes into hibernation.
The plant goes into hibernation.

The plant grows and thrives.
The plant grows and thrives.

The plant withers and dies.
The plant withers and dies.

The plant grows, flowers, and seeds.

Answer 1

The correct response would be:

The plant withers and dies.

Blocking the stomata with petroleum jelly will prevent gas exchange, including the intake of carbon dioxide and the release of oxygen, which are essential for photosynthesis. Without the ability to carry out photosynthesis effectively, the plant will likely suffer from lack of energy and eventually wither and die, even if it continues to be watered and is in a sunny location.