alleryThe protective thimble-like structure at the apex of a root is the
ARoot cap covering the tender apex
BRoot hair from epidermal cells
CRegion of maturation behind apex
DPlumule of the developing embryo
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Root cap covering the tender apex
Root cap protects the tender apex as it pushes through soil.
Behind it lie regions of meristematic activity, elongation and maturation
root hairs arise from epidermal cells of the maturation zone.
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