Question

pre lab quizzes content listen question 1 1 point which of the following drives the uptake of water and minerals in a plant? a negative pressure b positive pressure

Explanation:

In plants, the transpiration - cohesion - tension mechanism creates negative pressure in the xylem. This negative pressure, also known as tension, pulls water and minerals from the roots up through the plant. Positive pressure is not the main driving force for the uptake of water and minerals.

Answer:

A. negative pressure