BI-861
Root hair cells
Biology · Secondary 3 · Easy · Root hair cells
A root hair cell is long and narrow with a thin cell wall and large surface area. What is the main advantage of this shape to the plant?
- It increases the rate of water and mineral absorption from the soil.
- It allows the cell to carry more oxygen.
- It helps the cell to contract and relax.
- It enables the cell to perform photosynthesis efficiently.
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