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When adhesion causes water molecules to move up through a narrow tube like the stem of a plant.

  1. Capillary Action

  2. Evolution

  3. Cohesion

  4. Natural Selection
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Explanation

Capillary action is the ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of, or even in opposition to, external forces like gravity. It occurs due to the adhesive forces between the liquid and the solid surface.

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