Multiple choice

Transpiration is the evaporative loss of water by plants. Which of the following is not a function of transpiration?

  1. It supplies water for photosynthesis.

  2. It transports minerals from the leaves to the other parts of the plant.

  3. It maintains the structure of the plants.

  4. It keeps the surfaces of leaves cool.

  5. It creates transpiration pull.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as this is not a function of transpiration. It transports minerals from the soil to all parts of the plant.

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