Q1126
Rate of transpiration can be measured by
A.
Ganong's potometer
AnswerB.
Auxanometer
C.
Respirometer
D.
Porometer
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The uptake of water can be measured using a potometer. Under normal circumstances, the rate of water uptake gives a measure of the rate of transpiration . A simple potometer is a piece of capillary tubing to which a plant has been connected. Ganong's potometer is the right answer.