Question

Give two points of importance of transpiration in plants?

Answer 1

Transpiration:

1. Transpiration is the evaporation of water from plants through the leaves while their stomata are open for the passage of CO2 and O2 during photosynthesis.
2. Stomata are the small pores on the leaves.
3. It also occurs through the lenticels and cuticle.

Importance of transpiration:

1. Cools the surface of the leaves.
2. Helps in growth and development.
3. It controls the temperature of the plants.
4. Allows the movement of minerals from the soil to different parts of the plant.