AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

ROOTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which organ of the plant anchors the plant and absorbs water and minerals?
A
roots
B
stems
C
leaves
D
flowers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Roots are the parts of plants responsible for water and minerals absorption. It is also involved in the anchorage of the plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -Roots. The roots’ functions are to absorb nutrients and moisture, anchor the plant in the soil, support the stem and store food.

Detailed explanation-3: -Plant Parts-Roots The roots help provide support by anchoring the plant and absorbing water and nutrients needed for growth. They can also store sugars and carbohydrates that the plant uses to carry out other functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -Roots anchor the plants firmly to the soil. They provide support to the plants. They also help in absorbing water and minerals from the soil.

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