5 Questions
Water potential quantifies the tendency of water to move from one area to another due to osmosis, gravity, mechanical pressure and ______ effects such as capillary action (which is caused by surface tension).
matrix
The concept of water potential has proved useful in understanding and computing water movement within ______, animals, and soil.
plants
Water potential is typically expressed in potential energy per unit volume and very often is represented by the Greek letter ______.
ψ
Water potential integrates a variety of different potential drivers of water movement, which may operate in the same or different ______.
directions
If the flow is not restricted, water ______.
moves
Test your knowledge on water potential and its role in the movement of water. Explore concepts such as osmosis, gravity, mechanical pressure, and capillary action. Gain a deeper understanding of how water potential is measured and its significance in various environments.
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