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Root hair cells are found underground, where there is no light. Chloroplasts help the process of photosynthesis. As there is no light, no photosynthesis takes place so chloroplasts are not needed.

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Why are roots not green?

Roots do not contain chlorophyll, the green pigment responsible for photosynthesis in plant tissues. Without chlorophyll, roots do not have the ability to absorb sunlight and convert it into energy, so they do not appear green.


Why are roots brown and not green?

Roots are brown because they contain pigments such as tannins and lignin. These pigments help protect the root from pathogens and provide structural support. Green pigments, like chlorophyll, are primarily found in leaves where photosynthesis occurs.


Do roots photosynthesize?

No, roots do not photosynthesize. Photosynthesis occurs in the leaves of plants, where chlorophyll captures sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. Roots primarily absorb water and nutrients from the soil to support the plant's growth.


How do you increase a plants chlorophyll concentration?

To increase a plant's chlorophyll concentration, provide adequate sunlight for photosynthesis, ensure the plant has access to sufficient nutrients like nitrogen and magnesium which are essential for chlorophyll production, and avoid nutrient deficiencies which can hinder chlorophyll synthesis. Over-fertilization should be avoided as it can damage plant roots and inhibit chlorophyll production.


How does the pattern of starch storage relate to the dusribution if chlorophyll?

Starch is formed in plants through photosynthesis in chloroplasts, where chlorophyll is present. Therefore, areas in a plant where chlorophyll is abundant, such as in leaves and green stems, are also likely to have higher starch storage due to the active photosynthetic process. In contrast, areas with lower chlorophyll content, like roots or storage organs, may have less starch storage.

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Why are plant leafs green but roots are not?

The roots of a plant aren't green because there is no chlorophyll in the roots. All of the chlorophyll in the chloroplasts are taken to the leaves of a plant. <3


Where is chlorophyll NOT found in a plant and why?

in the roots. no light, no need.


Why are roots not green?

Roots do not contain chlorophyll, the green pigment responsible for photosynthesis in plant tissues. Without chlorophyll, roots do not have the ability to absorb sunlight and convert it into energy, so they do not appear green.


What makes a mushroom a mushroom?

A mushroom has no chlorophyll, no true stem, or roots.


Why are roots brown and not green?

Roots are brown because they contain pigments such as tannins and lignin. These pigments help protect the root from pathogens and provide structural support. Green pigments, like chlorophyll, are primarily found in leaves where photosynthesis occurs.


Why is there no chlorophyll in the root hair cell of a plant?

Chlorophyll needs sunlight to convert water and soil nutrients into food, and the roots do not get any sunshine.


You have roots and a stem but do not produce a flower or fruit or seed you have no chlorophyll you have gills and produce spores?

a mushroom?


Plants with roots stems leaves and flowers reproduce with A spores B seeds or C chlorophyll?

A


Why are roots white not green?

according to me they do have white roots in order to emit heat as they are submerged in soil


Do roots photosynthesize?

No, roots do not photosynthesize. Photosynthesis occurs in the leaves of plants, where chlorophyll captures sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. Roots primarily absorb water and nutrients from the soil to support the plant's growth.


Do the roots of the plant need sunlight?

No, the roots of a plant do not require sunlight for photosynthesis as they do not contain chlorophyll, which is necessary for that process. Instead, roots mainly serve to anchor the plant in the soil, absorb water and nutrients, and store energy.


What are three similarities between algae and angiosperm?

Both have chlorophyll, cell walls, roots or holdfasts, vascular tissues