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Transport in Plants: Water balance MCQ

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Water balanceMediumQuestion 10667

Question

A dry windy day promotes higher transpiration mainly because:

  1. A
    The vapor pressure gradient is steeper
    Correct
  2. B
    Root pressure is maximum
  3. C
    Hydathodes open wider
  4. D
    The xylem becomes phloem

Correct answer

The vapor pressure gradient is steeper

Explanation

Dry air and wind together enhance water vapor diffusion from the leaf.

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