Why does transpiration cool a plant?
ARoots absorb cold water
BEvaporation takes heat away
CStomata draw in cool air
DLeaves release extra oxygen
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Evaporation takes heat away
Water changing to vapour takes up a large amount of heat from the leaf.
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