Which risk rises when soil near xylem dries?

💡 Explanation

Leaf abscission increases due to increased abscisic acid stimulating the mechanism of stomatal closure reducing transpiration to conserve water; therefore, leaf drop is promoted because root pressure reduces rather than allowing optimization.

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