Which of the following must occur in order to maintain a high pressure potential within guard cells?

A. Energy must be constantly expended.
B. Stomata must take up more oxygen and less carbon dioxide.
C. Water must exit guard cells by osmosis.
D. Potassium ions must be actively transported out.
E. The rate of transpiration must increase.


Answer: A

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