Difference between revisions of "Root Hair Cell"
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===Adaptations of Root Hair Cells=== | ===Adaptations of Root Hair Cells=== | ||
| − | : '''Root hair cells''' have a long [[Root Hair|root hair]] that gives them a large [[Surface Area|surface area]] for [[absorption]] of [[water]] and [[mineral]]s. | + | : '''Root hair cells''' have a long [[Root Hair|root hair]] that gives them a large [[Surface Area|surface area]] for [[Absorb (Biology)|absorption]] of [[water]] and [[mineral]]s. |
: The [[vacuole]] of the '''root hair cell''' stretches into the root hair. | : The [[vacuole]] of the '''root hair cell''' stretches into the root hair. | ||
Revision as of 21:13, 7 April 2019
Key Stage 3
Meaning
A root hair cell is a specialised cell found in roots of plants that is specially adapted to absorb water.
Adaptations of Root Hair Cells
- Root hair cells have a long root hair that gives them a large surface area for absorption of water and minerals.
- The vacuole of the root hair cell stretches into the root hair.
About Root Hair Cells
- Root hair cells are found in the roots of a plant.
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