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Answer the following question.
Define and or explain the term:
Root pressure
Definition
Solution
- During the absorption of water, the continuous flow of water develops hydrostatic pressure in living cells of the root. This is called root pressure.
- Root pressure causes water to flow from pericycle into the xylem. It also causes upward conduction of water against gravity.
- A manometer is used to measure the root pressure.
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