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The rate of transpiration in plants is dependent upon

(a) temperature and soil

(b) light and temperature

(c) wind, temperature and light

(d) light, temperature, atmospheric humidity and wind

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Correct option: (d) light, temperature, atmospheric humidity and wind

Explanation:

The factors which affect the rate of transpiration are Light – stomatal opening, Temperature – increases rate of transpiration, Humidity – low humidity increases the rate of transpiration whereas high humidity exerts an opposite effect i.e. decreases the rate, Wind – High wind causes stomatal closure, thereby, reducing the rate of transpiration in plants.

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