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Significance of transpiration: 1. Facilitating a cooling effect by absorbing plant heat and converting water into vapor during transpiration. 2. Ensuring optimal turgor pressure by absorbing excess water during transpiration, promoting healthy growth. 3. Assisting mineral transport by generating a transpiration pull, aiding the roots in absorbing and distributing soil minerals. 4. Supporting water transport … Read more

Transpiration is the process wherein water is lost from the plant body in the form of vapor. Role of transpiration: 1. Eliminates excess water. 2. Facilitates passive absorption of water and minerals. 3. Aids in the ascent of sap through transpiration pull. 4. Sustains cell turgor. 5. Provides a cooling effect by reducing temperature. 6. … Read more

Transpiration is the process in which water is lost in the form of vapor. Mechanism of closing and opening of stomata is as follows: Stomatal transpiration primarily involves minute pores. Stomata consist of two guard cells encircled by accessory cells. The opening and closing of stomata are regulated by the turgidity of guard cells. When … Read more

Theories of water translocation: The translocation of water is explained by various theories: 1. Vital force theories 2. Root pressure theory 3. Capillary force theory 4. Cohesion force theory Root pressure theory: Root pressure, once believed to drive water up plant stems, faces objections. The force is weak (max 2 atm), insufficient for tall trees. … Read more

A mechanism of water absorption: Water is absorbed through two mechanisms: active absorption and passive absorption. Active absorption: 1. Osmotic Active Absorption: This process involves water absorption through osmosis, where water moves into the root xylem against the concentration gradient of the root cell. The high concentration of solutes in the cell sap and the … Read more