DENDROLOGY

TREE IDENTIFICATION

PARTS OF A TREE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What part of the tree is responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil?
A
Trunk
B
Roots
C
Crown
D
Leaves
Explanation: 

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

Detailed explanation-2: -The absorption of water and minerals is the function of the root hairs that are present at the maturation region.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most nutrients are absorbed through root hairs near the very tip of the roots. Root hairs are ultra-fine roots that have a large surface area, allowing them to absorb even more water.

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