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The process of loss of water in the form of vapours from the aerial portions of the living plant is called transpiration.
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The diagram alongside represents a structure found in a leaf. Study the same and answer the questions that follow:
(i) Name the parts labeled A and B.
(ii) What is the biological term for the above structure?
(iii) What is the function of the part labeled A?
(iv) Mention two structural features of A, which help in the function mentioned in (iii) above?
(v) Where is this structure likely to be found in a leaf?
(vi) The structure (fig.5.22) helps in the process of transpiration. Explain the term transpiration.
(vii) How many other cells are found surrounding this structure as seen in the diagram?

Choose the correct answer:
Transpiration generates __________
Give Reasons for the following:
Young plants wilt on a hot sunny day.
Give Reasons for the following:
Plants absorb more water than their requirement
Study the diagram given alongside and answer the questions that follow:

(i) Explain the physiological process of being study.
(ii) What will be the observations in the two test-tubes after about 2-3 days?
(iii) Give a reason for your answer in (ii) above.
(iv) Why is the surface of water covered with oil?
(v) State the purpose of setting up test tube B.
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Lenticels
Write the functional activity of the following structure:
Cuticle
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Mark the most appropriate answer in the following:
In hot summer days, plant cooling is due to :
