Loss of turgor in herbaceous plants results in:
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Correct answer: Drooping and wilting of shoots
Wilting occurs when plant cells lose turgor pressure due to water deficit. This causes leaves and stems to droop and become limp, as they lack the rigidity that turgor provides.
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