Ascent of Sap
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
In mass flow, various substances move independently according to their




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


Choose the correct match given in Column I with their role given in Column II.
Column I | Column II |
Root hair | Wilting |
Stomata | Guttation |
Hydathode | Transpiration |
Xylem vessels | Ascent of sap |

Cohesion theory of ascent of sap is based on

Which of the following is more during the night



Xylem is associated with translocation of :-

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?

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?

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

Root pressure can be measured by the instrument

In plants the translocation of organic solutes take place through


Ascent of sap in woody stem occurs mainly due to

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