Which Force Is Responsible for Moving Water Up to the Tops

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which force is responsible for moving water up to the tops of the trees?

• A)water stress
• B)atmospheric pressure
• C)root pressure
• D)guttation
• E)transpiration

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