Assertion:Upward movement of water is called ascent of sap.
Reason:Upward movement of water occurs through xylem and phloem.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

C

Explanation

The ascent of sap in the xylem tissue of plants in the upward movement of water and mineral from the root to the crown.