Botany-Root

NEET Botany Root MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

In the diagram shown above, which region of the root is responsible for the absorption of water and minerals?

Question diagram
A

Region of maturation

B

Region of elongation

C

Region of meristematic activity

D

Root cap

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The region of maturation is where root hairs are present, which absorb water and minerals from the soil, as described in the NCERT context.

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