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Question
Transpiration is significant for all except ______.
Options
Cooling effect
Suction pull
Ascent of sap
Translocation of food
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Solution
Transpiration is significant for all except the translocation of food.
Explanation:
Phloem tissue performs translocation of food; it is not dependent on transpiration.
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