Question

How much water does an average maple tree release per hour during summer through transpiration?

Options

• 100 litres per hour

• 150 litres per hour

• 300 litres per hour

• 200 litres per hour

Answer 1

An average maple tree releases 200 litres of water per hour in summer through transpiration. This demonstrates how forests actively generate rainfall and maintain local climates through the continuous release of water vapor into the atmosphere.