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Biology Question on Transport in Plants

In soil, the water available for root absorption is

A

gravitational water

B

capillary water

C

hygroscopic water

D

combined water.

Answer

capillary water

Explanation

Solution

Capillary water in soil is available for root absorption. Capillary water fills the spaces between non- colloidal soil particles and forms films around them. This water is held by the capillary forces around and between the particles and is of greatest importance to plant life.