Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 221

Question: Root cap takes part in

Options:

A) Formation of new cells

B) Absorption of water and minerals

C) Protection of root meristem

D) Storage of food

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

It is a cap-like parenchymatous multicellular structure which protects the root-apex.

As the root is continuously growing downwards in to the soil, friction with soil particles wears out the root-cap while its outer cells are being constantly replaced by new growth from its base.