Experiment: Measuring the Rate of Transpiration Flashcards

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what is a potometer?

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a potometer is a device used to estimate transpiration rates

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how can a potometer be used to work out water uptake by the plant?

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the distance moved by air bubble can be recorded every minute and used to indicate the rate of water uptake by the plant

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what is a potometer used for?

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to measure the rate of water uptake from a leafy shoot - as 90% of this water is transpired, we use this as a measure of the rate of transpiration

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