A-LevelBiologyTransport in plants9700/12 · Feb/Mar 2024 · Q301 Mark
Which description of adhesion and cohesion is correct?
AAdhesion refers to the force between the water molecules due to hydrogen bonding. Cohesion refers to the force between water molecules and the xylem vessel walls.
BAdhesion refers to the reduced friction between hydrophobic lignin walls and the water molecules. Cohesion refers to the force between water molecules and the xylem vessel walls.
CAdhesion refers to the reduced friction between hydrophobic lignin walls and the water molecules. Cohesion refers to the force between water molecules due to hydrogen bonding.
DAdhesion refers to the force between the water molecules and the xylem vessel walls. Cohesion refers to the force between water molecules due to hydrogen bonding.
✓ Correct answer
D: Adhesion refers to the force between the water molecules and the xylem vessel walls. Cohesion refers to the force between water molecules due to hydrogen bonding.
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