Functions of Transpiration in Plants

Question 1

function 1

Answer 1

transporting mineral ions

Question 2

function 2

Answer 2

providing water to keep cells turgid in order to support the structure of the plant

Question 3

function 3

Answer 3

providing water to leaf cells for photosynthesis

Question 4

function 4

Answer 4

keeping the leaves cool (the conversion of water into water vapour as it leaves the cells and enters the airspace requires heat energy. the using up of heat to convert water into water vapour helps to cool the plant down)