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Question
Which one of the following is a characteristic NOT related with the suitability of the roots for absorbing water?
Options
Tremendous surface area
Contain cell sap at higher concentration than the surrounding water
Root hairs have thin cell walls
Grow downward into the soil
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Solution
Grow downward into the soil
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