Question

Ascent of sap is

• A. Upward movement of water in the plant.
• B. Downward movement of organic nutrients.
• C. Downward and upward movement of water in the plant.
• D. Redistribution of inorganic substances in the plant.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Upward movement of water in the plant.

• Down to upwards movement is known as ascent and Top to downwards movement is known as descend.
• In plants sap is water and minerals.
• Ascent of sap in the xylem tissue of plants is the upward movement of water and minerals from the root to the top.