Biology
Which of the following is an external factor affecting the rate of transpiration ?
- Number of stomata
- Exposed surface
- Humidity
- Sunken stomata
Transpiration
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Humidity
Reason — Humidity of the atmosphere decides the rate of transpiration. If the humidity is more then the diffusion of water vapour from sub stomatal space is slow.
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