Water and Mineral Transport in Plants
Students will investigate the mechanisms of water uptake by roots and its transport through the xylem via transpiration, including the cohesion-tension theory.
Key Questions
- Explain the cohesion-tension theory and its role in water movement through the xylem from roots to leaves.
- Analyze how root hairs and mycorrhizal associations enhance water and mineral absorption from the soil.
- Predict the impact of environmental factors like humidity, wind, and temperature on the rate of transpiration.
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