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What is the primary root which grows from radicle of the embryo called?
What is the primary root which grows from radicle of the embryo called?
What is the specialized structure that protects the newly born soft cells at the root tip?
What is the specialized structure that protects the newly born soft cells at the root tip?
What type of cells are specialized for growth in the tips of roots and shoots in plants?
What type of cells are specialized for growth in the tips of roots and shoots in plants?
What are the thread-like outgrowths of epidermal cells that increase the surface area for absorption of water?
What are the thread-like outgrowths of epidermal cells that increase the surface area for absorption of water?
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What causes the root to grow deep into the soil and elongate behind?
What causes the root to grow deep into the soil and elongate behind?
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Study Notes
Root Development in Plants
- The primary root that emerges from the radicle of the embryo is known as the taproot.
- The root cap is a specialized structure at the tip of the root that protects the delicate, newly formed cells as they grow.
- Apical meristem cells are crucial for growth, found at the tips of both roots and shoots, facilitating plant development.
- Root hairs are thread-like extensions of epidermal cells that enhance the surface area, improving the plant's ability to absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
- The root grows deeper into the soil and elongates through the process of cell division and elongation, driven by hormonal regulation and environmental factors.
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Test your knowledge of plant roots and meristematic tissues with this quiz! Explore the structure and function of roots as well as the role of meristematic tissues in plant growth. Challenge yourself with questions on primary, secondary, and tertiary root systems, and deepen your understanding of plant biology.
