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Evaporation of water is mediated by which part of the plant?


A

Fruit

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B

Leaves

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C

Stem

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D

Root

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Solution

The correct option is B

Leaves


The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

  1. Leaves of a plant have tiny openings called stomata which are present at the leaf's epidermal surface.
  2. These help in the evaporation of water from the plants.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

Fruit is that part of the plant which bears the seed. It is formed by the ovary after fertilization.

Option C:

Stem is the upper axis of a plant that supports leaves, fruits, and flowers, transports water and food to the whole plant, and stores nutrients.

Option D:

The root is that part of the plant which acts as an anchor to the entire plant and transports water and minerals from the soil to the plant.

Final answer: Evaporation of water is mediated by leaves of the plants.


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