Question
Biology Question on Kingdom Plant
Peat moss is used as a packing material for sending flowers and live plants to distant places because
A
It serves as a disinfectant
B
It is easily available
C
It is hygroscopic
D
It reduces transpiration
Answer
It is hygroscopic
Explanation
Solution
The partially decomposed Sphagnum mass accumulates to form compressed mass called peat, which after drying is used as coal. So it is also called peat moss. Sphagnum has the capacity to retain water for long periods and thus it is used to cover plant roots during transportation.