Question

Which of the following statements about heavy metal uptake by plants is correct?

1. Vegetables like brinjal, gourd, spinach, coriander, tomato, and pumpkin are susceptible to heavy metal uptake by their roots.
2. Heavy metals are not absorbed by the roots of plants.
3. Heavy metals are only absorbed by the leaves of plants.
4. Plants can effectively remove heavy metals from the soil without any risk.

• A. iv only
• B. None of these
• C. i, iv
• D. i only

Answer 1

Answer:

D. i only

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