Multiple choice

The loss of water from aerial parts of a plant is known as

  1. transpiration

  2. translocation

  3. excretion

  4. circulation

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Explanation

The loss of water in the form of vapours from the aerial parts of a plant is known as transpiration. It helps in (1) absorption and upward movement of water and minerals dissolved in it from roots to leaves (2) temperature regulation