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Name the phenomenon in which drops of water coze out from the margins or tips of leaves

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Phenomenon**: The question asks for the name of the phenomenon where water droplets appear at the margins or tips of leaves. 2. **Define the Phenomenon**: This phenomenon is known as "gutation." It involves the exudation of water droplets from the edges or tips of leaves. 3. **Explain the Mechanism**: Gutation occurs through specialized structures called "hydrothodes." These are different from stomata, which are primarily involved in gas exchange and transpiration. ...
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