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Name different theories to explain water translocation.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution 1. **Introduction to Water Translocation Theories**: Water translocation in plants is an essential process for their growth and survival. There are three main theories that explain how water is transported through the plant. 2. **Root Pressure Theory**: - This theory suggests that water is absorbed from the soil along with ions (such as minerals). - The absorbed ions create a higher concentration inside the root cells, causing water to move into the roots via osmosis. - The influx of water generates pressure within the root xylem vessels, known as root pressure, which helps push water upward to a small height in the stem. ...
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