Which of the Following Could Be Considered a Strong Piece

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be considered a strong piece of evidence for the theory that cohesion plays an important role in the movement of water through the xylem?

• A) There is a continuous column of water in the xylem.
• B) There is a significant difference in water potential between the soil and the air.
• C) Removing leaves from a tree stops the flow of water.
• D) Measurements of xylem pressure in cut stems show negative pressure potentials.
• E) Water enters the roots from the soil through osmosis.

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