JAMB - Biology (1991 - No. 20)
Which of the following can bring about the greatest increase in the rate of transpiration?
Increased humidity
Reduced temperature
Reduced wind speed
Reduced humidity
Explanation
Relative humidity: As the relative humidity of the air surrounding the plant rises the transpiration rate falls. It is easier for water to evaporate into dryer air than into more saturated air.
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