Botany-Respiratory Quotient
NEET Botany Respiratory Quotient MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11
If a plant is using a carbohydrate as the respiratory substrate and it is completely oxidized, what will be the respiratory quotient (RQ)?
A
0
B
0.7
C
0.9
D
5
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
When carbohydrates are used as the respiratory substrate and are completely oxidized, the respiratory quotient (RQ) is 1.0, as equal volumes of CO2 are evolved and O2 is consumed.
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