TRANSPIRATION LAB ACTIVITY

Aim: To demonstrate transpiration from the surface of a leaf.

Apparatus: 4 similar leaves, string, Vaseline
Drawing:

Method:
1. Pick 4 leaves which are approximately the same size and shape from the same tree.
Label them A, B, C and D. Observe the colour and texture of the leaves.
2. Rub vaseline on both the upper and lower surface of Leaf A.
3. Rub vaseline on the upper surface of Leaf B.
4. Rub vaseline on the lower surface of Leaf C.
5. No vaseline was applied to Leaf D.
6. Hang the leaves by the stalk and place them in the sun for two days.
7. Record your observations. (3 marks)
(Method to be placed in past tense: 3 marks=no errors, 2 marks= 1 – 2 errors, 1 mark=
3 – 4 errors, over 4 errors = 0 marks)
Observation:
1 mark for observation of leak at the beginning of activity
4 marks for observation of leaves at the end of activity
Discussion:
10 marks for explanation for each observation
Conclusion: Appropriate conclusion stated - 2 marks