Question

Plants use this water in the soil during dry periods--it sticks to soil particles.


capillary water


adhesive water

Answer 1

The water that plants use from the soil during dry periods, which sticks to soil particles, is referred to as **capillary water**. Capillary water is held in the small pores of the soil and is available to plants for uptake. It is distinct from adhesive water, which is the water that adheres to soil particles due to adhesion forces but is not readily available for plant use.