What is the primary role of root pressure in the ascent of sap?
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Correct answer: It is blocked by the Casparian strip
While the apoplast is generally faster and easier, it is not continuous throughout the root. At the endodermis, the suberin layer (Casparian strip) blocks the wall-to-wall movement, forcing water into the symplast.
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