In tall coniferous plants, what helps in the transportation of water and minerals to reach leaves or branches present at peak?

Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Diffusion and Osmosis

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Transpiration pull

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Transpiration pull

Transpiration pull is a kind of suction pressure produced when water is lost from leaves through transpiration. This pressure facilitates the movement of water and minerals through xylem in plants.

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