Your task in laboratory is to find cells that have projections which function to increase surface area for absorption of water and minerals. Which of the following slides would you use to find these cells?
A) eudicot woody stem slide
B) leaf slide of monocot or eudicot
C) monocot stem slide
D) root slide showing root cap
E) root slide showing zone of maturation

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Root hairs, which are extensions of root epidermal cells, increase the surface area for water and mineral absorption. These are found in the zone of maturation in roots, making option E the correct choice.

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