Question

Epidermal cells of the roots generally have hair like parts

Answer 1

Hey!

The hair like parts of the epidermal cells of the roots are called root hairs..

These help is absorbing water and minerals from the roots...

These also provide support to the root body..

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Answer 2

Hey there!

¤ The root cells present in root epidermis extend out to form unicellular "ROOT HAIRS".

¤ These cells are called "TRICHOBLAST".

¤ Root hair's presence increase surface area in order to maximize absorption rate.

¤ Due to the presence of root hairs, root epidermis is known as Epiblemma or piliferous layer.


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