NEET Biology question

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Tension, one of the important factors in the movement of xylem sap in a tree, is a result of

(A)Cohesive nature of water
(B)Capillary size of xylem tube
(C)Transpiration at the leaf surfaceCorrect
(D)All of the above

Answer: (C)

Solution

According to the cohesion-tension theory, continuous loss of water from the leaf surface by transpiration creates a suction force (tension) that is transmitted

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Question ID VK-127795