Greater the humidity of air ______________ is the rate of transpiration.

Greater

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Lesser

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Solution

The correct option is B
Lesser

The correct option is B
Explanation of the correct option :
The rate of transpiration depends on the relative humidity of the air.
The more the humidity of air, the less the rate of transpiration.
Explanation of the incorrect option :
Option A :
Humidity of air is inversely related to the rate of transpiration.
Final answer: Greater is the humidity of air, lesser is the rate of transpiration.

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(d) atmosphere is dry and temperature is high

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