Ascent of Sap

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Ascent of Sap: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Physical Force Theory, Ascent of Sap, Vital Force Theory, and Root Pressure Theory.

Important Questions on Ascent of Sap

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In mass flow, various substances move independently according to their

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Xylem sap is made up of 

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Select the odd one out:

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What is responsible for guttation?

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A column of water within xylem vessels of tall trees does not break under its weight because of

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Root pressure develops due to:

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Choose the correct match given in Column I with their role given in Column II.

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Root hair Wilting
Stomata Guttation
Hydathode Transpiration
Xylem vessels Ascent of sap

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Cohesion theory of ascent of sap is based on

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Which of the following is more during the night ?

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Ascent of sap in plants explains

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Root pressure is a :-

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Xylem is associated with translocation of :-

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The physical properties of water like cohesion, adhesion and surface tension give water which of the following ability that help in ascent of xylem sap?

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If we place a twig, bearing white flowers in coloured water, it turns color, on examining the T.S. of the twig, what can we demonstrate?

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When stem of a herbaceous plant is cut, water or sap oozes out, this is due to

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Root pressure can be measured by the instrument

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In plants the translocation of organic solutes take place through

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Dixon and Jolly are associated with

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Ascent of sap in woody stem occurs mainly due to

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Water from the soil enters into the root hairs on account of :-