Transpiration summaryHardQuestion 10670
Question
The best summary of transpiration is:
- ALeaf water loss through stomata supports cooling and xylem pull but risks dehydrationCorrect
- BIt has no useful role
- CIt is only liquid water loss
- DIt occurs only in roots
Correct answer
Leaf water loss through stomata supports cooling and xylem pull but risks dehydration
Explanation
This captures both the usefulness and cost of transpiration.