In descending order, the genotypes Bluebelle, EEA 406, Avaxi, IRGA 420, Arize QM 1010 and EPAGRI 108 developed larger diameter roots than the other genotypes (Figure 2). According to Armstrong (1979) ...

Water mostly enters a tree through the roots by osmosis and any dissolved mineral nutrients will travel with it upward through the inner bark's xylem (using capillary action) and into the leaves ...

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