Which of the following are true about factors that contribute to the high speed at which water is transported up a plant against gravity?
[ Select ] ["True", "False"] A. Due to the cohesive nature of water, water molecules create hydrogen bonds with each other, creating a "chain" of water molecules.
[ Select ] ["True", "False"] B. The inside of the xylem tubes are coated with a waxy, hydrophobic cuticle that allows for water to not get stuck to the sides of the xylem, which would slow down the rate of water transport.
[ Select ] ["True", "False"] C. The pressure gradient needed to pull water up the plant is caused by transport of water from the soil being sucked into the roots.
[ Select ] ["True", "False"] D. The waxy hydrophobic cuticle surrounding the outer layer of the leaf ensures that most water will be lost only via stomatal openings.
[ Select ] ["True", "False"] E. Water evaporation from stomata creates a positive pressure resulting in a water potential gradient that has a higher water potential at the leaves compared to at the roots.