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Newton Figured Out How Tree Sap Rises

Feb 9, 2015
In this engaging discussion, reporter Karen Hopkin uncovers a fascinating page from Isaac Newton's college notebooks, where he theorized about plant transpiration long before it was widely understood. She shares insights into Newton's observations on how water moves in plants, highlighting his connections between sap movement and light. This intriguing examination offers a glimpse into the early scientific mind of Newton and his significant contributions to plant biology.
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