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Why does geometric growth slow down into a stationary phase?
ANutrient supply is limited
BTurgor pressure rises
CMeristems are absent
DOxygen becomes excessive
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Nutrient supply is limited
When nutrient supply becomes limited the exponential increase cannot continue and the rate levels off.
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