In plants which of the following is used for absorption of water?
(a) Xylem
(b) Phloem
(c) Stomata
(d) Root hair

Academic Biology NCERT Class 7

Correct Answer: (d) Root hair

Explanation:

Water and dissolved minerals are absorbed by the root hair of a plant by the conducting tissue Xylem, through a process known as diffusion.

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