The process by which water is lost in the form of water vapour by evaporation from the surface of the leaves or other aerial parts of a plant is called as_________.

Transpiration

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Transportation

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Solution

The correct option is A Transpiration
The process by which water is lost in the form of water vapour by evaporation from the surface of the leaves or other aerial parts of a plant is called as Transpiration.
It has a cooling effect and develops a suction force to absorb more water and minerals from the soil.
Thus, Option A is correct.

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Similar questions

The process of evaporation of water from the aerial parts of plants especially in leaves is called as __.

Transpiration is best defined as

(a) loss of water by the plant.

(b) evaporation of water from the aerial surfaces of a plant.

(d) release of water by a plant into the atmosphere.

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