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In both transpiration and evaporation, w...

In both transpiration and evaporation, water is lost in the form of vapour yet they differ, because

A

Both transpiration and evaporation are similar but the rate of water loss differs

B

The frequency of water loss is different in both of them

C

Transpiration is a physical process and evaporation is a physiological process

D

Transpiration is a physiological process and evaporation is a physical process

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D
Evaporation is physical process controlled by humidity and air current while transpiration is a physiological process controlled by the rate of water absorption osmotic pressure of cell. The thickness of the cuticle and number, position, and opening of stomata.
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