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Root hairs absorb ______.

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Root hairs absorb ______.

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  • Water and ions

  • Water and minerals

  • Water and Oxygen

  • Only Water

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Solution

Root hairs absorb water and minerals.

Explanation:

Root hairs are in direct contact with the surrounding soil water. They absorb water by osmosis and essential mineral ions (like nitrates, phosphates, and potassium) by active transport or diffusion to nourish the plant.

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Chapter 4: Absorption by Roots - Intex Quesions [Page 56]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 4 Absorption by Roots
Intex Quesions | Q 1. | Page 56
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