alleryWhat happens to guard cells when water is critically scarce?
AThey form xylem
BThey divide into roots
CThey become turgid
DThey become flaccid
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. They become flaccid
Guard cells become flaccid when water availability is critically low.
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