AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Final answer: Roots are the part of plants that absorb water and minerals from the soil.

Detailed explanation-2: -Root hair cells Plants absorb water from the soil by osmosis. They absorb mineral ions by active transport, against the concentration gradient. Root hair cells are adapted for taking up water and mineral ions by having a large surface area to increase the rate of absorption.

Detailed explanation-3: -Roots are plant organs that generally function in anchorage and in absorption of water and minerals.

Detailed explanation-4: -The root hairs on roots increase the surface area of roots to facilitate absorption of water and minerals that are dissolved in the soil water. The xylem then conducts the absorbed water and minerals from the roots to the shoot system.