Asked by Angel Aunty on Jun 04, 2024
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The rate of transpiration decreases under which of the following conditions?
A) Increased wind
B) Increased humidity
C) Increased temperature
D) Presence of sunlight
E) An increase in dry air
Transpiration
The loss of water vapor from the aerial surfaces of a plant (i.e., leaves and stems).
Humidity
The amount of water vapor present in the air, often described as relative humidity.
Wind
The movement of air from areas of high pressure to low pressure, often responsible for changes in weather.
- Understand the process and importance of transpiration in plants.
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karthika naiduJun 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Increased humidity decreases the rate of transpiration because the higher moisture content in the air reduces the gradient between the moisture inside the leaf and the outside air, slowing down water vapor loss from the plant.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the process and importance of transpiration in plants.