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The theory that explains water rise in tall trees by cohesion and transpiration pull is the:

  • A cohesion-tension theory
  • B simple cell theory
  • C microbial germ theory
  • D lock-and-key theory

Correct answer: A. cohesion-tension theory

Explanation: The cohesion-tension theory accounts for the ascent of sap.

Concept context

Water and mineral absorption, the ascent of sap, transpiration, and phloem transport via the pressure flow hypothesis.

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