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One of the following adaptation in plants, does not reduce the rate of transpiration: *1 pointA] Large surface area of the leafB] Fewer stomataC] Loss of leavesD] Thick cuticle |
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Answer» Answer: option b) fewer STOMATA Explanation: Stomata – Stomata are pores in the leaf that allow gas exchange where water vapor leaves the PLANT and carbon dioxide enters. Special cells called guard cells control each pore's OPENING or closing. When stomata are open, TRANSPIRATION rates INCREASE; when they are closed, transpiration rates decrease. |
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