Question

suppose that the continuous column of water molecules moving upward through the plant is broken near part B, and a small air pocket forms in the xylem. How might this affect the transpirational pull within the plant

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer would be "it would decrease the transpiration pull".

Transpiration pull is a type of suction force by which water is being pulled from the roots to reach the leaves.

The cohesion force between the molecules of water help in keeping the water molecules together which also aids in maintaining the suction pull.

Formation of the air pocket in any part of the xylem would decrease the intensity of transpiration pull.

Thus, it would decrease the efficiency of the plant in pulling water and minerals from the roots.

Answer 2

The vascular system of the plants are responsible for transporting water and needed nutrients for the plant to survive. Hence, when this is disturb certain transpirational pull is also disrupted, rendering the plant unable to collect water effectively. Thank you for your question. Please don't hesitate to ask in Brainly your queries.