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Explain the adaptations of the root hairs to their function

  • Are elongated to increase the surface area for the absorption of water and mineral salts.
  • Have thin cell walls to reduce the distance through which water and mineral salts will be absorbed.
  • Has dense cytoplasm with numerous mitochondria to produce more energy for active transport.
  • Have a cell sap that is hypertonic to create a steep concentration gradient for faster absorption of water and nutrients;
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