JAMB Biology 2014 Question 12

Question 12

Structure of Flowering Plants

Use the diagram to answer: The part labelled I is the

Diagram for this question
  1. A.xylem.
  2. B.phloem.
  3. C.root hairs.
  4. D.cortex.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (root hairs.)

Explanation

I points to the thin outgrowths on the outer surface of the root, the root hairs, which absorb water and mineral salts.