Trees Are Able to Transport Water Hundreds of Feet Up

question 61

Multiple Choice

Trees are able to transport water hundreds of feet up from the roots because of

• A)water's high density.
• B)cohesion of the water molecules.
• C)water's high boiling point.
• D)adhesion of tree molecules with the water molecules.
• E)a neutral pH.

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