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Root pressure develops due to...

Root pressure develops due to

A

Increase in transpiration

B

Active absorption

C

Low osmotic potential in soil

D

passive absorption

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The correct Answer is:
B
Root pressure is developed in herbaceous plants due to osmotic active water absorption.
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