alleryThin extensions of root epidermal cells that absorb water are called
AHydathodes at root tips
BStomata of root surface
CLenticels on root bark
DRoot hairs
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Root hairs
1. Root hairs are thread-like extensions of root epidermal cells.
2. They penetrate between soil particles and absorb water.
3. Stomata, lenticels and hydathodes are aerial structures.
4. So root hairs are the answer.
_Source: Selina Concise Biology Class 8, Ch on Transport in Plants (Mistral OCR'd PDF), Absorption by Roots_
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