Question

What are the root hairs? Explain there features sites of absorption​

Answer 1

Answer:

Root hairs are where most water absorption happens. They are long and so they can penetrate between soil particles, and prevent harmful bacterial organisms from entering the plant through the xylem vessels. They have a large surface area for absorption of water.

Answer 2

Root hairs are elongations of the epidermal cells of the root, increasing surface area for absorption. water is absorbed into the hairs by diffusion.