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PUCET (Punjab) Ascent of Sap — practice questions

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The translocation of water and minerals **upward** from roots to leaves is called:Read the answer and worked solution →

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The translocation of water and minerals **upward** from roots to leaves is called:

  1. Translocation of food
  2. Ascent of sap
  3. Guttation
  4. Imbibition
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Correct answer: B. Ascent of sap

Ascent of sap = upward translocation of water + dissolved minerals through the xylem against gravity. Distinct from translocation of food (which is via phloem, both directions).

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