Water moves up a plant’s stem as a result of ___________. A. the xylem pump; B. diffusion of water into roots; C. translocation of phloem sap; D. evaporation of water from the leaves; E. photosynthesis in xylem cells.
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This creates a negative pressure or tension in the xylem, causing water to be pulled up from the roots through the stem to the leaves. The xylem is responsible for transporting water and dissolved minerals, while the phloem transports sugars and other organic Show more…
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