A column of water within xylem vessels of tall trees does not break under its weight because of:
Options
(a) Tensile strength of water
(b) Lignification of xylem vessels
(c) Positive root pressure
(d) Dissolved sugars in water
Correct Answer:
Tensile strength of water
Explanation:
Due to tensile strength of water, a column of water with in xylem vessels of tall trees does not break under its weight.