MCQ
Loss of water as droplets from the hydathodes is called:
  • A
    Transpiration
  • B
    Bleeding
  • Guttation
  • D
    Evaporation

Answer

Correct option: C.
Guttation
(c) Guttation
Explanation:
Guttation is the process by which plants release liquid water from specialised structures called hydathodes located at the tips of their leaves. It occurs when there is an excess of water in the plant's root system, typically in conditions of high soil moisture or humidity. Unlike transpiration, guttation involves the release of liquid water in the form of droplets. Guttation often happens during the night or early morning when the plant's stomata are closed, preventing transpiration.

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