What happens to water absorption by roots if soil temperature drops close to freezing point?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1

A. Root hairs double in size

B. Water turns into starch

C. Water absorption decreases significantly because water becomes viscous and root membrane permeability drops

D. Water absorption increases tenfold

Explanation

Cold temperatures reduce kinetic energy, increase water viscosity, and slow down osmotic absorption across root membranes.

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