Why does overwatering a plant kill it? A) Water does not have all the necessary

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on: Aug 13, 2013

Why does overwatering a plant kill it?
A) Water does not have all the necessary minerals a plant needs to grow.
B) Water neutralizes the pH of the soil.
C) The roots are deprived of oxygen.
D) Water supports the growth of root parasites.
E) Water lowers the water potential of the roots.

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Reply #1 on: Aug 26, 2013

I know it's C,

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