High wind speed generally ________ the rate of transpiration initially by ________ the boundary layer.
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Correct answer: Increases; removing
Wind speed removes the saturated air (boundary layer) from the leaf surface. This maintains a steep vapor pressure gradient, which increases the rate of transpiration.
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