44.
Consider the following statements and choose the correct answer:
1. Hygroscopicity may be defined as the power of solids to adsorb water upon their surface
2. A finely divided soil holds less amount of water drawn from below than a soil with larger particles
3. Water held by capillary action is influenced by gravity
4. The gravitational water is that surplus of water which, after rain, gradually sinks downward, under the influence of gravity

50.
Consider the following statements regarding the importance of diffusion and choose the correct answer:
1. The exchange of gases takes place by the principle of dependent diffusion
2. The process of diffusion is involved in transpiration of water vapours
3. The ions are absorbed by the simple diffusion during passive salt uptake
4. Diffusion is an effective means of transport of substances over a very short distance and helps in the translocation of food materials