Overall,water movement from the soil,through plant tissues,and finally to the atmosphere through transpiration,is driven by a gradient of

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Water movement from the soil, through plant tissues, and to the atmosphere through transpiration is driven by a gradient of water potential. Water potential is the measure of the potential energy of water molecules in a system and drives the movement of water from an area of higher potential to an area of lower potential. Osmotic pressure, water temperature, and specific leaf area may play a role in water movement in plants, but they are not the main driving force.

Overall,water Movement from the Soil,through Plant Tissues,and Finally to the Atmosphere