Two potted plants were subjected to a thunderstorm with high winds. Plant A was blown onto its side during the storm, as shown in the diagram.
Which statement describes the appearance of both plants after 5 days of sunny weather?
A.
Plant A grew toward the ground and Plant B grew toward the Sun.
B.
Plant A grew parallel to the ground and Plant B grew toward the Sun.
C.
Plant A and Plant B both grew toward the Sun.
D.
Plant A stopped growing and Plant B grew toward the Sun.
C. Plant A and Plant B both grew toward the Sun.
The answer is B. Plant A grew parallel to the ground, and Plant B grew toward the sun.
To determine the answer, we need to consider how plants respond to environmental conditions such as sunlight and gravity. Generally, plants grow towards sources of light and against the force of gravity.
In this scenario, even though both plants were subjected to the same thunderstorm with high winds, only Plant A was blown onto its side. However, after 5 days of sunny weather, the plants would have adjusted their growth patterns to optimize their exposure to sunlight.
Since both plants were exposed to equal amounts of sunlight over this period, we can assume that they would both grow towards the Sun. One might think that because Plant A was initially blown onto its side, it would grow towards the ground instead of towards the Sun. However, plants possess a natural response called gravitropism, which means they can sense the gravitational pull and adjust their growth accordingly. Therefore, even if Plant A started off on its side, it would grow upwards, against gravity, in search of sunlight.
Hence, the correct answer is:
C. Plant A and Plant B both grew toward the Sun.