Question

Explain 5 points on how roots are adapted to their function.

Answer 1

Answer:

The first root that comes from a plant is called the radicle. A root's four major functions are 1) absorption of water and inorganic nutrients, 2) anchoring of the plant body to the ground, and supporting it, 3) storage of food and nutrients, 4) trans locating water and minerals to the stem.

Plants absorb water from the soil by osmosis. They absorb mineral ions by active transport, against the concentration gradient. Root hair cells are adapted for taking up water and mineral ions by having a large surface area to increase the rate of absorption.

Answer 2

Answer:

Plants absorb water from the soil by osmosis. They absorb mineral ions by active transport, against the concentration gradient.

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