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
2
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how can a potometer be used to work out water uptake by the plant?
A
the distance moved by air bubble can be recorded every minute and used to indicate the rate of water uptake by the plant
3
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what is a potometer used for?
A
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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