Water flows up through vessels because water is sticky due to cohesion and adhesion.

A. Capillary Action

B. Surface Tension

C. Universal Solvent

Capillary Action

Explanation:

Water molecules are attracted to the molecules in the wall of the glass container. Water molecules stick together because of polarity; a water molecule has a slightly positive end and a slightly negative end. Opposite charges attract, creating a cohesive force. Water molecules are attracted to each other. Which are basically the definitions of adhesion and cohesion.