Attraction of water molecules towards other surface molecules is

Adhesion

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Tensile stength

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Surface tension

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Cohesion

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Solution

The correct option is C Adhesion
Adhesion force is the force of attraction of water molecules between walls of the xylem and water column. Adhesion helps to prevent air blocks inside of xylem vessels and also prevent it from breaking of water column.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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