Question

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)
Responses

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

The plant grows, flowers, and seeds.
The plant grows, flowers, and seeds.

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

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

Answer 1

The plant withers and dies.

Explanation: Blocking the stomata prevents CO2 uptake needed for photosynthesis and greatly reduces transpiration (which impairs water/nutrient transport and cooling). Without gas exchange and photosynthesis the plant cannot survive.