Question

part of the reason trees can be so tall is due to hydrogen bonding. what would happen to trees if water suddenly stopped doing this? explain your answer.

Explanation:

Hydrogen - bonding in water is crucial for the cohesion - tension theory of water transport in trees. Without hydrogen - bonding, water would not form a continuous column in xylem vessels. This would disrupt the upward movement of water from roots to leaves. Trees would be unable to transport water effectively, leading to dehydration of leaves and eventually death as they cannot carry out photosynthesis and other physiological processes that require water.

Answer:

Trees would be unable to transport water effectively, leading to dehydration and death as they cannot carry out essential processes that require water.