Root pressure provides a force which causes

Pushing of water in the stem

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Pulling of water in the stem

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Both A and B

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The correct option is A Pushing of water in the stem
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.

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