Water molecules can "stick" to certain surfaces by  

A.  adhesion.
B.  cohesion.
C.  root pressure.
D.  water pressure.
E.  pneumatophores.


A.  adhesion.

Adhesion is when a water molecule is attracted to something other than another water molecule. Water molecules are attracted via adhesion to the walls of the xylem vessels. 

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