Tranpiration Flashcards

1
Q

What is transpiration

A

(of a plant or leaf) the exhalation of water vapour through the stomata.

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2
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If Temperature Increased

A

Evaporation and diffusion are faster at higher temperatures

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3
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Humidity Decreased

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Diffusion of water vapour out of the leaf slows down if the leaf is already surrounded by moist air

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4
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Wind speed increased

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Moving air removes water vapour, increasing the rate of diffusion of water vapour from the leaf

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5
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Light intensity increased

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The stomata open wider to allow more carbon dioxide into the leaf for photosynthesis

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