Which of the following methods is adopted by plant for the absorption of water?
A
Active
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B
Passive
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C
Partly both
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B Passive The principal factor responsible for absorption of water in plants is the transpirational pull. Transpirational pull generates water stress, which is responsible for passive absorption of water by root hair cells.