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What are the cells proximal to the region of meristematic activity responsible for?
What are the cells proximal to the region of meristematic activity responsible for?
- Secreting enzymes
- Producing root hairs
- Synthesizing nutrients
- Rapid elongation and enlargement (correct)
What is the structure that covers the apex of the root?
What is the structure that covers the apex of the root?
- Base guard
- Root cap (correct)
- Apical shield
- Tip cover
What do the cells of the elongation zone gradually do?
What do the cells of the elongation zone gradually do?
- Differentiate and mature (correct)
- Produce chlorophyll
- Develop into root cap
- Undergo rapid division
What do some of the epidermal cells form in the region of maturation?
What do some of the epidermal cells form in the region of maturation?
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What do root hairs absorb from the soil?
What do root hairs absorb from the soil?
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