Which of the following equations represents the total water potential of a plant?

A. s2 + p2 = w2
B. ?p = ?w + ?s
C. ?w = ?p + ?s
D. ?s = ?p + ?w
E. ?w = ?s ¸ ?p


Answer: C

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