MCQ
Root cap takes part in
- AFormation of new cells
- BAbsorption of water and minerals
- ✓Protection of root meristem
- DStorage of food
✓
Answer
Correct option: C.
Protection of root meristem
c
It is a cap-like parenchymatous multicellular structure which protects the root-apex. As the root is continuously growing downwards in to the soil,
It is a cap-like parenchymatous multicellular structure which protects the root-apex. As the root is continuously growing downwards in to the soil,
riction with soil particles wears out the root-cap while its outer cells are being constantly replaced by new growth from its base.
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