How can an air pump move water?

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An air pump can move water by creating pressure that pushes the liquid through a tube. The effectiveness of this method depends on the pump's specifications and the height to which the water needs to be lifted. A small air pump can typically move water to a height of around 600mm, but this is contingent on the pump's power and design. Users are encouraged to consider the pump's capabilities when determining if it can achieve the desired height. Overall, the method leverages air pressure to facilitate water movement effectively.
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http://modernsproutplanter.com/how-it-works/ of a product that uses the method.
If you were to use the same type of small air pump, could the water be moved to a higher point?
Say I wanted to move water using this method, with a similar air pump, could the water be pushed up 600mm in a tube?
 
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Rachael94 said:
If you were to use the same type of small air pump, could the water be moved to a higher point?
Isn't that what happens in your example?
 

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