Botany-Respiratory Quotient
NEET Botany Respiratory Quotient MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11
What is the respiratory quotient (RQ)?
A
The ratio of CO2 evolved to O2 consumed during respiration.
B
The total amount of energy released during respiration.
C
The volume of O2 consumed during photosynthesis.
D
The rate of glucose breakdown in cells.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The respiratory quotient (RQ) is defined as the ratio of the volume of CO2 evolved to the volume of O2 consumed during respiration, as stated in the NCERT context.
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