Root cap
I am about sure it is called a root cap. :)
The protective layer of cells that covers the actively growing tip of a root is called the root cap. Its function is to help guide the root through the soil and protect the delicate cells of the root tip as it pushes through the soil in search of water and nutrients.
because it cup shaped mass of the cells that covers and protects a root tip
A root apical meristem is protected by a root cap as it pushes through the abrasive soil. The root cap also secretes a polysaccharide slime that lubricates the soil around the tip of the root.
This is the organization of roots from the base closest to the plant itself to the tip of the root: zone of maturation - cells specialize to carry particular functions (root hairs present) zone of elongation - rows of newly produced cells elongate zone of cell division - new cells being produced root cap - covers the growing tip
What will happen if the root - tip is injured
To observe cell arrangement in a growing root tip, you can prepare a slide of the root tip using a microscope. The root tip contains apical meristem cells that are actively dividing, resulting in a layered arrangement of cells. Cutting the root tip removes the meristematic tissue responsible for growth, halting root elongation. Flow Chart: Collect Root Tip Obtain a growing root tip from a plant. Prepare Slide Slice the root tip, stain, and mount on a slide. Observe Under Microscope Identify layers of actively dividing cells in the meristem. Cutting the Root Tip Remove the tip → Loss of meristematic cells → Inhibition of root growth.
The root-cap performs the basic function of protecting the root tip. The root tip is the apex of the root and is very thin and delicate. It can get injury while going deep in the soil. Here the root cap, as a covering, protects the root tip and helps it to penetrate into the soil layer.
A root cap
The root cap, located at the tip of the root, produces a slimy substance called mucilage. This mucilage helps lubricate the root tip as it grows through the soil, protecting it from damage and aiding in nutrient uptake.
BORON
Primary root- originates at germination stage from the radicle of the seed.Secondary root- arise from the primary root.root cap- envelope and protects the young roots.root hairs- ensure efficient absorption of nutrients............that's all........