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Water uptake answer explanations

Review worked answers and explanations for Water uptake. Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science.

Answer explanations

Question 1 of 6

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Paper 3 structured question: Water uptake

Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

Description

Root Hair Cells

Root hair cells are specialized cells found at the tips of plant roots. They have a large surface area and thin walls, which facilitate the absorption of water and nutrients from the soil.

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    Describe the structure and function of root hair cells.

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