differentiate between transpiration and translocation
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Transpiration refers to the movement of water vapor from the leaves to the atmosphere through the stoma whereas translocation refers to the movement of nutrients produced by the leaves throughout the plant body. ... Transpiration allows the upward movement of water in the xylem. Translocation is carried out by the phloem.
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Meanings of both the words :-
Transpiration :- Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts, such as leaves, stems and flowers. Water is necessary for plants but only a small amount of water taken up by the roots is used for growth and metabolism
Translocation :- Translocation means a change in location. It often refers to genetics, when part of a chromosome is transferred to another chromosome. Chromosomes are structures that carry genes, our units of heredity. When this type of translocation occurs, it can cause flaws in chromosomes