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Transpiration Tissues - Root Hair Cells

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Root Hair Cells

Root hair cells absorb water from the soil via osmosis, or the movement of water from a dilute solution (lots of water) to a concentrated solution (less water). Mineral ions are taken up by active transport. A root hair cell’s structure is well adapted for its function:

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Long projections

  • Long projections stick out from the cell and into the soil to increase the surface area over which water and minerals can be absorbed.
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Mitochondria

  • Lots of mitochondria in root hair cells ensure that there is enough energy for the active transport of minerals up the stem.

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