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If choesion-tension transpiration pull theroy is correct break in water column should

A

Increase water content of leaves

B

Increase rate of photsynthesis

C

Cause wilting of leaves

D

Have no effect at all

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If cohesion- tension transpiration pull theory is correct break in water column should cause wilting of leaves.
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