Define the following 1)ascent of sap 2)transpiration 3)translocation

define the following
1)ascent of sap
2)transpiration
3)translocation

  1. Ascent of sap: The upward movement of sap containing water and dissolved minerals from the root cells to xylem is called the ascent of sap.
  2. Transpiration: Transpiration is the loss of water in the form of water vapour from the aerial parts of a plant.
  3. Translocation: Upward movement of water and dissolved minerals from leaves to other tissues throughout the plant is called translocation.