Which part of the root helps in the absorption of water and minerals?
Root hairs are delicate, thread-like structures that absorb water and minerals from the soil.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology chapter - Morphology of flowering plants
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Ion absorption in roots occurs maximally in the:
The right choice is C: Root hair zone. In MINERAL Transport, that matches how the process or concept actually works — the other choices mix up related ideas or use the wrong mechanism. Skip these: A) Meristematic zone; B) Elongation zone; D) Mature zone. A quick check: if an option needs energy, pumps, or the opposite direction of movement, ask whether that really applies.
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