The water moves by osmosis from nearby xylem into the sucrose containing sieve tube which increases the _ pressure of the sieve tube element.
Correct answer: C. Hydrostatic
- A. Water
- B. Solute
- C. Hydrostatic
- D. Hydrodynamic
Explanation
Hydrostatic pressure refers to the pressure that any fluid in a confined space exerts. Since the volume of water increases, it will exert more pressure.
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