Which theory of water transport states that hydrogen bonding allows water molecules to maintain a continuous fluid column as water is pulled from roots to leaves?
A) pressure flow
B) evaporation
C) cohesion-tension
D) abscission
E) fusion

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The cohesion-tension theory explains how water is transported in plants. It states that water molecules stick together (cohesion) due to hydrogen bonding, forming a continuous column in the xylem from roots to leaves. This column is pulled upwards as water evaporates from the leaves (transpiration), creating tension.

Which Theory of Water Transport States That Hydrogen Bonding Allows