BOT2603 Assignment 2 Unique Number: 753861
BOT2603
Assignment : 2
Due Date: 09/07/2021
Student Number:
Name:
Unique Number: 753861
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, BOT2603 Assignment 2 Unique Number: 753861
Assignment Questions
Question 1
1.1. Define Fick’s first law, which describes the process of diffusion and provide
the formula.
1.2 Define matric potential and cite some examples.
1.3 “Evaporation from the leaf surface is directly proportional to the surface area
of the stomata.” Critically evaluate this statement.
Question 2
2.1 Explain with the aid of diagrams, what happens to cells when bathed in
hypotonic, isotonic, and hypertonic solutions.
2.2 Distinguish between bulk flow and diffusion
Question 3
Give an overview of the most important functions and deficiency symptoms of the
following mineral elements:
• Nitrogen • Sulphur • Boron • Iron • Nickel
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BOT2603
Assignment : 2
Due Date: 09/07/2021
Student Number:
Name:
Unique Number: 753861
1|P ag e
, BOT2603 Assignment 2 Unique Number: 753861
Assignment Questions
Question 1
1.1. Define Fick’s first law, which describes the process of diffusion and provide
the formula.
1.2 Define matric potential and cite some examples.
1.3 “Evaporation from the leaf surface is directly proportional to the surface area
of the stomata.” Critically evaluate this statement.
Question 2
2.1 Explain with the aid of diagrams, what happens to cells when bathed in
hypotonic, isotonic, and hypertonic solutions.
2.2 Distinguish between bulk flow and diffusion
Question 3
Give an overview of the most important functions and deficiency symptoms of the
following mineral elements:
• Nitrogen • Sulphur • Boron • Iron • Nickel
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