Question
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.