Question

question 12
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root hairs, which absorb the water and minerals in the majority of plants, are the extensions of root
○ pericycle.
○ endodermis.
○ collenchyma tissue.
○ parenchyma.
○ epidermal cells.

Explanation:

Root hairs are specialized, hair-like outgrowths that originate from the epidermal cells of plant roots, and their primary function is to increase surface area for efficient absorption of water and minerals.

Answer:

epidermal cells.