Differentiate adhesion and cohesion of water molecules during their transport in plants

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Sr.no Adhesion Cohesion
1. Adhesion happens between two dissimilar molecules or substances. When two similar substances or molecules face the force of attraction this force is known as cohesion force.
2. Adhesion is generally the force of attraction present between the water molecules and the walls of xylem vessels. Cohesion force is rampant among water molecules.

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Sr.no	Adhesion	Cohesion
1.	Adhesion happens between two dissimilar molecules or substances.	When two similar substances or molecules face the force of attraction this force is known as cohesion force.
2.	Adhesion is generally the force of attraction present between the water molecules and the walls of xylem vessels.	Cohesion force is rampant among water molecules.