Wilting occurs when_______

Excessive root pressure

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Absorption higher than transpiration

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High relative humidity of atmosphere

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Transpiration higher than absorption

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Transpiration higher than absorption

Excessive loss of water causes the cells of leaves to lose their turgidity, which results in wilting of leaves. This condition occurs when the rate of transpiration is more than the rate of absorption.

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Higher the rate of transpiration, greater the rate of absorption of ______ from the soil.

Distinguish between

1 absorption and conduction

2 role of humidity and wind on the rate of transpiration

If the water content of the leaves decreases due to insufficient absorption of water by roots, the leaves wilt and transpiration is reduced.

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