O-LevelBiologyTransport in Plants5090/12 · Oct/Nov 2018 · Q111 Mark

What is not a function of transpiration?

AIt causes minerals to travel up through the plant.

BIt causes water to move from the roots to the leaves.

CIt helps to keep the plant cool.

DIt helps to release energy in cells.

✓ Correct answer

D: It helps to release energy in cells.

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Topic: Transport in Plants, O-Level Biology (syllabus 5090). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: O-Level Biology, Oct/Nov 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 11.

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