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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