Physical Water Properties

Plants and trees couldn't thrive without capillary action. Capillary action helps bring water up into the roots. With the help of adhesion and cohesion, water can work its way all the way up to the branches and leaves. Read on to learn more about how this movement of water takes place.

Adhesion and cohesion are important water properties that affects how water works everywhere, from plant leaves to your own body. Just remember... Cohesion : Water is attracted to water, and Adhesion : Water is attracted to other substances.