Multiple choice

What force allows water to move from the roots up to the stems and leaves of a plant?

  1. cohesion

  2. capillary action

  3. polarity

  4. heat capacity

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Capillary action is the ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces, driven by adhesion and cohesion.