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Question
In the zone of absorption, epidermal cells form unicellular hair-like extensions called ________.
Options
Epiblema cells
Roots
Root hairs
Velamen tissues
Solution
In the zone of absorption, epidermal cells from unicellular hair-like extensions called root hairs.
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