The ascent of xylem sap in plants is mainly accomplished by the :

The ascent of xylem sap in plants is mainly accomplished by the :
  1. size of the stomatal aperture
  2. distribution of stomata on the upper and lower epidermis
  3. cohesion and adhesion between water molecules
  4. root pressure

Solution

Ascent of sap in xylem is mainly due to transpiration pull which is supported by physical properties of water such as cohesion and adhesion between water molecules. Cohesion is also called Tensile strength of water molecule.

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