Botany-Respiratory Quotient
NEET Botany Respiratory Quotient MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
During the respiration of a substrate, 100 ml of CO2 is evolved, and 80 ml of O2 is consumed. What is the respiratory quotient (RQ) for this substrate?
A
1.25
B
0.80
C
1.00
D
0.75
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The respiratory quotient (RQ) is calculated as the ratio of the volume of CO2 evolved to the volume of O2 consumed. Here, RQ = 100 ml CO2 / 80 ml O2 = 1.25.
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