2 Answered Questions for the topic capillary action

Capillary Action Physics Gravity Forces

08/03/19

What physical forces pull/press water upwards in vegetation?
Each spring enormous amounts of water rise up in trees and other vegetation. What causes this stream upwards? Edit: I was under the impression that capillary action is a key factor: the original... more
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Capillary Action Physics Gravity Forces

07/30/19

Sandstone getting soaked with water?
I have seen someone putting a sandstone in water. With only about 10% of the stone sitting in the water. One could see the stone getting soaked with water. So there must be a force, which lets the... more
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