In Priestley's bell jar experiment, which plant kept the mouse alive and the candle burning?
AA mint plant
BA Hydrilla shoot
CA tulsi plant
DA pea plant
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A mint plant
Priestley placed a mint plant in the closed bell jar and found it restored the air that the mouse and candle had used up.
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