Environmental factors and genetics have an effect on plant growth. Evaluate each of the statements and sort them into things that increase plant growth and things that decrease plant growth.

Question

Environmental factors and genetics have an effect on plant growth. Evaluate each of the statements and sort them into things that increase plant growth and things that decrease plant growth.

(2 points)
INCREASES plant growth DECREASES plant growth
drought
INCREASES plant growth – drought
DECREASES plant growth – drought
increased rainfall
INCREASES plant growth – increased rainfall
DECREASES plant growth – increased rainfall

Answer 1

drought can decrease plant growth as it causes water stress and limits access to water, which is essential for plant growth. On the other hand, increased rainfall can increase plant growth as it provides plants with sufficient water for their physiological processes.