Practice mode Biology

The rapid drooping of Mimosa leaves when touched is an example of which type of movement?

Correct answer C. Turgor movement

Explanation

Touch causes cells in the pulvinus at the leaf base to lose water quickly; the sudden drop in turgor pressure makes the leaflets fold, a turgor movement.

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