Transpiration Flashcards
0
Q
What can be used to measure transpiration
A
A potometer
1
Q
What affects the rate of transpiration
A
- light intensity
- temperature
- wind speed
- humidity
2
Q
What even is transpiration?
A
The LOSS of WATER from a PLANT
3
Q
What are the steps of transpiration
A
- evaporation and diffusion of water from a plants surface
- This creates a shortage of water in the leaf, and so more water is drawn up through the XYLEM vessels to replace it
- this means more water is drawn up from the roots
- A constant transpiration stream