Chapter 34, Problem 3ITD

Summary Introduction

To review:

Whether the results were substantially similar or different for the two species used in the given experiment.

Introduction:

The transpiration process from leaves create negative pressure that helps to pull xylem sap upward. This is called cohesion–tension theory of water transport. It also takes place in the root system of the plant. The concentration of ions also influences the flow rate of water through xylem sap.