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Which one is incorrect with respect to transpiration in plants?

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Major benefits of transpiration:
1. Ascending sap flow (Transpirational pull).
2. Absorption and translocation of minerals.
3. Cooling of leaf surface (Evaporative cooling).
4. Maintenance of cell turgor and osmotic balance.
Updated On: Aug 13, 2026
  • Flow of mineral nutrients and water through xylem
  • Diffusion of carbon dioxide from the air for photosynthesis
  • Change in osmotic pressure of cells
  • Reduction of cooling effect on the leaf surface
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The Correct Option is D

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