Question

Define the following term:

2. Guttation

Answer 1

Guttation

1. The loss of water as water droplets from the hydathodes of the plants is called guttation.
2. Hydathodes are the pores found at the margins of leaves and epidermis. These are the tiny open pores of thin xylem vessels in the leaves.
3. It usually occurs at night or in the early morning when the root pressure is more.
4. It occurs due to positive root pressure.