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Transpiration — Biology STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10BiologyTranspiration1 Mark
MCQ
What is a description of transpiration?
  • A
    Exchange of gases between the leaf and the atmosphere.
  • ✓
    Loss of water vapour from the leaves and stems of a plant.
  • C
    Movement of water from the roots to the leaves.
  • D
    Movement of water through the cells of the leaf.
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Answer

Correct option: B.
Loss of water vapour from the leaves and stems of a plant.
(b) Loss of water vapour from the leaves and stems of a plant.
Explanation :
Transpiration is the process where plants lose water vapour through small openings in their leaves and stems, known as stomata. This process helps in the movement of water and minerals from roots to leaves and also aids in temperature regulation of the plant.

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