Define the term Transpiration.

Name the following: (i) The organelle that forms the aster during cell division. (ii) A genetic disorder in which the blood does not clot. (iii) The permanent stoppage of menstruation in human females around the age of 45 years. (iv) The openings on the barks of trees through which transpiration occurs. (v) A gaseous plant hormone which promotes ripening of fruits.

Which of the following helps in the opening of stomata? (a) Cobalt ions (b) Potassium ions (c) Magnesium ions (d) Aluminium ions

The process by which water is lost from the margins of the leaves of a strawberry plant is: (a) Osmosis (b) Imbibition (c) Diffusion (d) Guttation

Where are Hydathodes located?

Mention two advantages of Transpiration.

Given below is a picture of a tree. Mention the scientific phenomena occurring in the parts labelled (a), (b) and (c).

Leaves of certain plants roll up on a hot sunny day. Explain by giving suitable reasons.

State any two adaptations in plants to reduce transpiration.

Assertion (A): A thick cuticle reduces transpiration by acting as a barrier. Reason (R): Desert plants have large, thin leaves for transpiration. (a) (A) is true and (R) is false (b) (A) is false and (R) is true (c) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). (d) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

Write any two limitations of using a Ganong's Potometer to demonstrate the uptake of water.

Name the following: (a) The fully developed part of the ovary containing a mature ovum. (b) A waxy layer on the upper epidermis of leaves meant to reduce Transpiration. (c) The ear ossicle which opens into the oval window of Cochlea. (d) The physiological process which is the starting point of all food chains. (e) An insect which is a classic example of natural selection due to industrial melanism.