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Transpiration

noun

The process by which plants release water vapor through their leaves.

Example Sentences

"A large tree can release hundreds of liters of water through transpiration."

"Transpiration helps cycle water from soil back into the atmosphere."

Synonyms & Related Terms

evaporation from plants

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