10. Transpiration is a vital process in plants wherein water in the form of vapor leaves the system primarily through the leaves. Which of the following scenarios would lead to a decrease in transpiration rate in plants? Increased number of open stomata Increased light intensity O Decreased wind velocity O Increased air humidity

10. Transpiration is a vital process in plants wherein water in the form of vapor leaves the system primarily through the leaves. Which of the following scenarios would lead to a decrease in transpiration rate in plants? Increased number of open stomata Increased light intensity O Decreased wind velocity O Increased air humidity

Biology 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781947172517

Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter30: Plant Form And Physiology

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 19RQ: When stomata open, what occurs?______ Water vapor is lost to the external environment, increasing...

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