Howe do root hair cells take in water Flashcards
1
Q
How?
A
Taken in by osmosis
Higher concentration of water in the soil than in the plant
Water drawn in by osmosis
2
Q
How is it adapted to its function?
A
Thin cell walls
Have long thin hairs that increase surface area (increases water and mineral intake)
3
Q
ROOT HAIR CELLS ALSO TAKE IN MINERALS – THIS IS DONE BY ACTIVE TRANSPORT
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ROOT HAIR CELLS ALSO TAKE IN MINERALS – THIS IS DONE BY ACTIVE TRANSPORT
