Plant Physiology – The Vital Functions in Plants (Part 2)
🌿 Plant Physiology – The Vital Functions in Plants (Part 2) 🌱 Transpiration – The Loss of Water in Plants Transpiration is the process through which plants lose water vapor from their leaves, primarily through small openings called stomata . Although it may seem like an unnecessary loss of water, transpiration is essential for plants' survival. It helps with the uptake of water and minerals from the soil, cooling the plant, and maintaining the flow of nutrients. Types of Transpiration: Cuticular Transpiration : Water vapor diffuses directly through the cuticle of the plant. Stomatal Transpiration : Occurs through the stomata , pores found mainly on the underside of leaves. Lenticular Transpiration : Water vapor loss through lenticels , small pores in the stems and branches of some plants. 💧 Mechanism of Transpiration The process of transpiration is driven by the following factors: Evaporation : The water inside the plant evaporates into the atmosphere. ...