root hair Flashcards
1
Q
What is a root hair cell used for?
A
To take in water from the ground.
2
Q
Where is a root hair cell found?
A
In the root of a plant.
3
Q
What is there millions of on the hair cell?
A
Microscopic hairs.
4
Q
Why is this adaptation useful?
A
As it gives the plant a big surface area for absorbing water from the soil.
5
Q
How is water taken in?
A
Through osmosis.
6
Q
In terms of osmosis explain how water is taken in?
A
There is a higher concentration of water in the soil than inside the plant, therefore the water is drawn into the root hair cell by osmosis.
7
Q
Draw a root hair cell.
A
