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प्रश्न
The figure given below is a diagrammatic representation of a part of the cross-section of the root in the root hair zone. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow :
(i) Name the parts indicated by guidelines ‘1’ to ‘5’
(ii) Is the root hair cell unicellular or multi-cellular?
(iii) Draw a labeled diagram of the root hair cell as it would appear if some fertilizer is added to the soil close to it.
(iv) Name the process responsible for the entry of water molecules from the soil into A1 and then A2.
(v) What pressure is responsible for the movement of water in the direction indicated by arrows?
(vi) How is this pressure set up?
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उत्तर
(i) 1. Vacuole (containing cell sap)
2. Soil particles
3. Xylem vessel
4. Cortex cells
5. Vacuole in cortical cells
(ii) Root hair cell is unicellular
(iii) See diagram alongside.
(iv) Osmosis
(v) Osmotic pressure
(vi) This pressure is set up due to the difference in osmotic gradient.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Draw a magnified view of the root-hair, and describe, how it helps in the absorption of water from the soil.
Mention whether the following statement is true or false. Correct the false statement by altering the last word only.
The cell wall of the root cell is a differentially permeable membrane.
Choose the correct answer:
Exudation or bleeding is associated with ___________
Given below is an experimental demonstration.
(i) Which phenomenon has been demonstrated in the given figure?
(ii) What is the solute and what is solvent in the above experiment?
(iii) Define the phenomenon in Q. (i) above.
(iv) Give one example from your daily life experiences based on this principle.
Define: Root hair
Part of the root that absorbs water from the soil is ______.
What would happen to the leaves of a plant that transpires more water than its absorption in the roots?
Which part of the root helps in maximum absorption of water and minerals?
How many regions are there in a typical root?
Root hair occurs in the zone of ____________.
