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The higher the amount of salt in the soil outside of the plant cells causes water to move outside of the plant cells to try and equalize the all the concentration. Root cells die and, if bad enough, the plant will die. The damage that the salt water gives, makes the plant get a burnt look,often on the leaf edges first.
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What affect does salt water have on plant growth?
Slow down growth
Does salt water or tap water affect plant growth?
yes it does, it kill the plant. :)
Does any other liquid affect plant growth?
Yes, water is one liquid that affects plant growth. Along with plain water, salt water and carbonated water can affect the growth of plants.
How does salt water and soda affect plants?
it makes the plant growth not fast
Does salt water affect bean plant growth?
Yes, salt water does affect bean plant growth. Many think that it can make them grow better than regular water, but the water can affect the natural sodium in the bean making them taste saltier.
Does salt affect corn?
Yes, by adding salt to the water, it prevents the growth of the plant and slows/stops its intake of water, killing it.
Does fresh water affect plant growth?
the salt water is in the soil than the roots will be waekned and it will die
Does salt have an affect on plant growth?
yes
Does road salt affect radish plant growth?
Yes. Any salt will adversely affect the growth of a radish.
Does adding salt water into a plant affect its growth?
It may be because of the chlorine contained in salt. Also, salt is a preservative, and can steal or alter the water molocules so a plant cannot use it.
Will salt water or tap water have a greater affect on a plant's growth?
Always use tap water. Salt water kills all plants except plants that live in the sea.
What is the independent the effect of salt water on plant growth?
Salt water provides physiological stress to the plant
