Chapter 27 - Plant Tissues - OKALOOSA SCHOOLS

root hairs. which are a thread like projection from a plant root less than 1mm long. A typical root is made up of three different layers and a root cap. Root cap-covers and protects the root tip while pushing it into the ground. Epidermis-the outer layer of the root and plant. Has hairs and absorbs water. Cortex- ................
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