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प्रश्न
What is meant by the term transpiration stream?
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उत्तर
A pulling force called suction, caused by the evaporation of water in a leaf draws a long, continuous column of water through the xylem from the root to the leaf. This is called the transpiration stream.
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Chloroplasts and Photosynthesis.
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Thick cuticle and ………………………..
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Which of the following statements are true and which ones are false? Give reason in support of your answer.
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chloroplasts and photosynthesis
In a similar way, write the functional activity against the following:
Xylem and ______
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Humidity of the atmosphere
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Plants absorb more water than their requirement
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