In the Late 19th Century, Scientists Performed an Experiment in Which

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In the late 19th century, scientists performed an experiment in which a tree's roots were removed and the tree was placed in a vat of poison.The scientists were trying to test the hypothesis that roots were somehow responsible for pumping water through the tree to the roots.What did they discover?

• A) Nothing happened, indicating that roots do indeed pump water.
• B) Poison flowed through the tree but at a very slow rate, indicating that roots are responsible for a portion of the flow of water.
• C) Poison flowed through the tree until it killed the leaves, then stopped, indicating that leaves are critical to the flow of water.
• D) Poison flowed until it reached the xylem, then stopped, indicating that xylem effectively pumps water through the tree.
• E) Poison flowed until it reached the apoplast, indicating that the apoplast is largely responsible for the movement of water through the tree.

Identify and describe the factions (Antifederalists, Federalists) in opposition and their viewpoints on the Constitution.

Analyze George Washington's beliefs and their influence on the Constitutional era.

Explain the adoption and importance of checks and balances in the American government system.

Discuss the key issues and resolutions at the Constitutional Convention, particularly regarding the formation of the legislative branch.

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