Transpiration of Plants

Question

Most trees lose their leaves in the winter (deciduous). In terms of transporation, why would this be advantagous? (Hint:What happens to you skin and nose during the winter)

Answer 1

Most deciduous trees (those that lose leaves in fall) have broad flat leaves that catch snow quite well.  The advantage of this type of leaf is that they also catch the sunlight well in the summer growing season, allowing efficient photosynthesis to support rapid summer growth.  The leaves are not needed in the winter because cold temperatures inhibit the enzymes of photosynthesis and prevent significant growth.