Q. Which one of the following is not related to guttation?

A) Water is given out in the form of droplets
B) Water given out is impure
C) Water is given out during daytime
D) Guttation is of universal occurance
Explanation

In herbaceous plants, when root pressure is high and transpiration is low, plants may lose this extra water in liquid drops from margins of leaves. This process is called guttation. It is very common during warm and humid nights. These water drops contain salts, amino acids, etc.

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