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Root Cap and Meristematic Region Quiz

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Which structure covers the root apex?

The region of meristematic activity
The root cap (correct)
The region of elongation
The region of maturation

What is the function of the region of meristematic activity?

To divide and produce new cells (correct)
To elongate and enlarge the root
To absorb water and minerals
To protect the root apex

What is the function of the region of elongation?

To protect the root apex
To divide and produce new cells
To absorb water and minerals
To grow the root in length (correct)

What do the cells in the region of maturation do?

Differentiate and mature (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do root hairs do?

Absorb water and minerals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are prop roots?

Roots that support the plant (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are stilt roots?

Roots that support the plant (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are pneumatophores?

Roots that help with respiration (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do tap roots of carrot, turnip, and sweet potato do?

Store food (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do adventitious roots of sweet potato do?

Store food (A) Signup and view all the answers

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