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Which part of an actively growing root takes up the most water from the soil?
the root hairs
Why do leaves have cuticle but root hairs do not?
The function of root hairs is to absorb water and nutrients from the soil. If the root hairs have a cuticle covering, it will prevent the free absorption of water and nutrients from the soil.
What is the role of epidermis in the root?
to protect the plants roots and to prevent water loss
What plant has root hairs?
Almost all plants growing in the soil have root hairs
What is the Latin root word for water?
The root of the word is aqu- its feminine, so it would be aqua in the singular nominative and so on(:
What is a deep growing type of root?
tap root
How does the type of soil particles affect the type of plant growing in it?
For example, hard-packed soil will prevent potatoes from growing large, due to compression. Sandy soil will not allow a root system to support tomatoes or corn.
What is a group of cell that protect the growing tip of a root?
Root cap.
Where does the seed get the food to begin growing the root?
Roots absorb water and dissolved minerals through root hairs from soil.In first step minerals are absorbed by active transport then water enters cell by passive transport. This water and minerals are transported to leaves by stem. Leaves produce food by photosynthesis ,food is transported to root via phloem
Whbat is the function of the root cap?
The function of the root cap is to protect and cover the growing tip of the root.
What is a buttress-root?
A buttress-root is a root growing from the above-ground stem or trunk, providing support.
What is a root hair designed for?
growing hair
