Question

Assertion (A): The loss of excess water from the aerial parts of the plant in the form of water vapour is known as transpiration.
Reason (R) : Stomata of the leaf perform transpiration.
a) A and R are incorrect
b) A is incorrect, R is correct
c) A is correct, R is incorrect
d) Both A and R are correct

Answer 1

Both A and R are correct.
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Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Answer -

(d) Both A and R are correct

● Transpiration -

• Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts, such as leaves, stems and flowers.
• Transpiration takes place through small openings called stomata in the leaf.
• Maximum transpiration takes place in dry atmosphere, humid soil & day time

# Functions of transpiration -

• It helps in upward movement of water and minerals from root to leaves in plant.
• It keeps the plant cool in warm weather by evaporative cooling.
• It helps in process of photosynthesis to prepare food.

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