Cohesion-Tension Theory — Interactive 3D Animation

Cohesion-Tension Theory · How trees pull water up

unseel.com · transpiration · H-bond cohesion · negative pressure

Leaf tension 0.0 MPa
Column intact

State —

Water column (xylem)
Leaf · evaporating menisci
H-bond cohesion
Tension / cavitation
Roots · soil uptake