Will the ascent of sap be possible without the cohesion and adhesion of the water molecules? Explain.

(N/A) $\Rightarrow$ No,the ascent of sap is not possible without the properties of water such as cohesive force and adhesive force,as both play a crucial role in the transport of water. The reasons are as follows:
$(i)$ Cohesive force (attraction between water molecules) maintains the water column in the vascular tissue,preventing it from breaking.
$(ii)$ Adhesive force (attraction between water molecules and the polar surfaces of the xylem walls) forms a thin film that helps water climb the xylem vessels. Together,these forces,combined with transpiration pull,allow water to be transported upwards from the roots to the leaves.