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Most of the water absorbed by plant roots is ultimately lost through the process of:

  • A Guttation
  • B Transpiration
  • C Plasmolysis
  • D Imbibition

Correct answer: B. Transpiration

Explanation: Transpiration, mainly through stomata on leaves, accounts for the loss of nearly 90% of the water absorbed by roots.

Concept context

Water and mineral absorption, the ascent of sap, transpiration, and phloem transport via the pressure flow hypothesis.

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