Q. The respiratory quotient (RQ) of a germinating castor seed is
A) Equal to one
B) Greater than one
C) Less than one
D) Equal to zero
Explanation
Respiratory quotient (the ratio between the volume of carbon dioxide liberated to the volume of oxygen absorbed in respiration) is less than one, when fats and proteins are respired. Castor oil is rich in fatty substances.
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