Homeostasis in Plants
Homeostasis in Plants: Overview
This topic covers concepts, such as, Stomata, Mechanism of Opening and Closing of Stomata, Homeostasis in Plants & Abscisic Acid-mediated Control of Stomatal Movement etc.
Important Questions on Homeostasis in Plants
Mention the role of stomata in the maintenance of homeostasis in plants.


How does abscisic acid regulate stomatal movement?

Consider the following events involved in stomatal opening
1. Turgor pressure of guard cells increases
2. ions move into guard cells
3. Formation of malic acid
4. Water moves into guard cells
What is the correct sequence of these events leading to the opening of stomata?

The following figure shows the stomatal apparatus. Identify the parts labeled as A, B, C and D. Choose the correct answer from the following

An outline sketch of a tree is shown in a diagram below. Study the name and answer questions that follows

The opening of stomata is controlled by the _____.

