Q. Which one of the following is the reason for higher rate of transpiration in Sorghum as compared to maize?
A) Increased shoot/root ratio
B) Increased rate of respiratory quotient
C) Increased rate of phototsynthesis
D) Decreased shoot/root ratio
Explanation
Sorghum has high shoot root ratio (due to more length) than maize. According to Parker (1949), the ratio of transpiration is directly proportional to shoot-root ratio.
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