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Water is essential for life. Its special properties make water the single most important molecule
in plant life. Which property of water enables it to move from the roots to the leaves of plants
and how? (Include examples.)
A. Water expands as it freezes.
B. Water is an excellent solvent.
C) Water exhibits cohesive behavior.
D. Water is able to moderate temperatures.
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Final answer:

Water can move from roots to leaves in plants due to its cohesive behavior and capillary action.


Step-by-step explanation:

Water is able to move from the roots to the leaves of plants due to its cohesive behavior. Cohesion is the property of water molecules being attracted to each other, creating a continuous column of water in the xylem vessels of plants. As water evaporates from the leaves, it pulls up more water from the roots through capillary action.

For example, when water is poured onto a paper towel, the water molecules stick together and move up the towel through capillary action.


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