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Saltwater can help or harm the stem of a plant. It can help because plants need sodium as a nutrient for healthy growth. However, it can harm or kill them if they get too much salt.

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Will salt water or tap water have a greater affect on a plant's growth in four days?

As salt water will kill it quickly in almost all situations, and a regular tap water would keep it living at it's normal rate, I'd say salt would have the greater effect...albeit a negative effect.


What is the independent the effect of salt water on plant growth?

Salt water can have a negative impact on plant growth by disrupting the osmotic balance within the plant, leading to dehydration and nutrient imbalances. The high levels of salt can also accumulate in the soil, affecting its structure and nutrient availability for the plants. Ultimately, excessive salt water can hinder plant growth and survival.


Why does the balsam plant have a soft stem?

The balsam plant has a soft stem because it contains large amounts of water-filled cells that provide structural support. These cells give the stem its flexibility, making it soft and easily bendable.


Will salt have the most effect on plant growth?

Excessive salt can inhibit plant growth by disrupting water balance and nutrient uptake in plants. It can also cause leaf burn and root damage, ultimately leading to stunted growth or plant death. It's important to maintain soil salinity at appropriate levels for healthy plant growth.


If you were to stir salt in water until the salt disappeared which is the solute?

In this scenario, the solute would be the salt, as it is the substance being dissolved in the water. The solvent is the water, which is doing the dissolving of the salt particles.