Name the water conducting tubes in stems
Xylem
prevent stems from sealing to the bottom of the container
what is the gas that naturally occuring gas in flowers that hastens maturity
ethylene
What measures the level of acidic or basic water sample on a scale of 0-14
Acidic level
Name the process in which flowers lose water through their leaves
transpiration
Give me 3 out of the 5 reasons why flowers deteriorate
Low Water Absorption, Loss of water, Loss of Food, Disease, Ethylene Gas
what effect does water quality have on hydration
increase or decrease hydration
As long as the flower is alive, it continues to convert stored food reserves into energy.
Respiration
What is the technique of treating flowers to extend their life known as
conditioning flowers