Scientists Measured the Pressure in the Xylem of Redwood Trees

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Multiple Choice

Scientists measured the pressure in the xylem of redwood trees at different heights and found that the higher they made their measurements,the lower the pressure.They extrapolated this to a pressure of zero,and concluded that the tallest a tree could grow is 122-130 meters.The tallest known tree on Earth is 112.7 meters.What assumption were the scientists making to conclude that when pressure was zero the plant could grow no further?

• A)Any leaves above that point would not receive sunlight.
• B)Any leaves above that point would not receive water.
• C)Stems above that point could not transport sugars in their xylem.
• D)Transpiration would be less than uptake of water from the xylem.
• E)The osmotic pressure would be greater than gravity.

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