NEET Biology question

Not in NEET syllabus

Which of the following is not a purpose of transpiration?

(A)Supplies water for photosynthesis
(B)Helps in translocation of sugars from source to sinkCorrect
(C)Maintains shape and structure of the plant
(D)Cools leaf surface

Answer: (B)

Solution

Transpiration supplies water for photosynthesis, maintains turgidity/shape of the plant, and has a cooling effect on the leaf surface through evaporative heat loss.

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Question ID VK-127579