Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 12
Assertion (A): The region of elongation in roots is responsible for the uptake of water and minerals. | Reason (R): Root hairs, which are extensions of epidermal cells, are located in the region of maturation.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false but R is true.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The region of elongation is responsible for root growth, not water and mineral uptake. The root hairs responsible for absorption are located in the region of maturation, as explained in Chunk 1.
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