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Root pressure arises from active absorption, which involves energy usage to transport substances against their concentration gradient.

1. Correct
2. Incorrect
3. Partially correct
4. Not applicable

Correct answer: Correct

Solution

Active absorption involves the expenditure of energy (ATP) to move substances against their concentration gradient, which generates root pressure in plants.

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