Question

Does transpiration serve any useful function in the plants? Explain.
Topic: Transportation in Animals Transportation

Answer 1

Yes, transpiration serve mostly two important functions in the plants which are as follows :

1. It produces cooling effect.

2. It helps xylem to conduct water upwards.

Answer 2

Hello dear,

◆ Transpiration -

• Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts, such as leaves, stems and flowers.
• 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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