Question

JUIN HYUNCU

VORSES
Attempt 1 of 5
Which of the following is the correct meaning of transpiration?
the absorption of water through the stomata
the mixing of carbon dioxide and water through in the stomata
the evaporation of water through the stomata
the loss of carbon dioxide through the stomata

Answer 1

Option C.

The correct meaning of transpiration is the evaporation of water through the stomata.

Step-by-step explanation:

• In simple words transpiration is defined as the process of loosing of water from plant through somata as water vapor into the environment.
• Transpiration occurs from the small pores of roots, stem, flowers and leaf through which water vapor from plant is exhaled, evaporated and mixed in the atmosphere.
• 97–99.5% of water in plant is lost through the continuous process of guttation and transpiration.