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Two phenomena cause xylem sap to flow:
- Transpirational pull: the most important cause of xylem sap flow is the evaporation of water from the surfaces of mesophyll cells to the atmosphere. This transpiration causes millions of minute menisci to form in the mesophyll cell wall. The resulting surface tension causes a negative pressure or tension in the xylem that pulls the water from the roots and soil.
- Root pressure: If the water potential of the root cells is more negative than the soil, usually due to high concentrations of solute, water can move by osmosis into the root from the soil. This causes a positive pressure that forces sap up the xylem towards the leaves. In some circumstances, the sap will be forced from the leaf through a hydathode in a phenomenon known as guttation. Root pressure is highest in the morning before the stomata open and allow transpiration to begin. Different plant species can have different root pressures even in a similar environment
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What is the role of xylem in a leaf?
In a plant, they transport water to the leaf through the Vascular Tissue.
Which tissue in the leaf supplies water to the cells for photosynthesis?
The xylem tissue in the leaf supplies water to the cells for photosynthesis. Xylem is responsible for transporting water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant, including the leaf cells. This water is needed for photosynthesis to occur, as it is a key component in the process.
How is water carried from the soil to the leaf?
The water is taken in by osmosis through the root-hair cells. The water then passes to the xylem tissue in the middle of the root and travels up the stem via the same xylem tissue. From the xylem in the leaf it passes through the air spaces and out into the atmosphere through the stomata.
Which part of the flower takes water to the leaf?
the xylem
How is water absorbed by a leaf?
it doesn't the water absorbs the leaf
How do plants get water through vascular tissue?
Xylem transports water up to the leaves.Water:Is absorbed from the soil through root hair cellsIs transported through the xylem vessels up the stem to the leaves.Evaporates from the leaves (transpiration)But the phloem transports nutrients to the leaves. Stop asking the same question guys =.=
What is the first structure to prevent water loss in the leaf?
xylem
How is osmosis involved in supplying water for photosynthesis in the leaf?
Because osmosis is related to the movement of water molecules.
Where is the xylem and phloem located in a leaf structures?
Xylem and phloem are located in the vascular bundles of a leaf, which are found in the midrib or veins. Xylem is typically located on the upper side of the leaf, while phloem is found on the lower side. These vascular bundles transport water and nutrients throughout the leaf.
What parts of the plant are responsible to allow air and nutrients to enter the leaf cells respectively?
Stomata are responsible for allowing air to enter the leaf cells through tiny openings on the leaf surface. Nutrients are absorbed by the root hairs from the soil and transported through the xylem and phloem tissues to reach the leaf cells.
How does water from the ground get all the way to the leaf?
Xylem moves the water and other materials up.
What part of the leaf contains the phloem and xylem?
Mid-rib
