Question

Root pressure helps in

i Continuous flow of water in plants
ii Pulling force
iii Replacement of lost water

• A. i, ii
• B. ii, iii
• C. i, iii
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C i, iii

Root pressure provides a force which causes pushing of water in a stem. A continuous flow of water is maintained in the plants because the leaves transpire water through stomata and to replace the lost water the water drawn by the roots moves up.