Which of the following factors will increase the rate of transpiration?
A
Larger leaf surface area
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B
Waxy cuticle
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C
More number of stomata
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D
Leaves modified to spines
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Solution
The correct option is C More number of stomata More stomata will provide more pores for transpiration.
A leaf with a bigger surface area will transpire faster than a leaf with a smaller surface area.
A waxy cuticle is relatively impermeable to water and reduces evaporation from the plant surface.
Leaves are modified to spines to reduce transpiration.