Question

How do plants absorb water from the soil?

Answer 1

Water is essential for the basic functioning of the plant.

Process of absorption:

1. Plants absorb water from the roots which are the primary structures for this function.
2. Roots absorb water from the soil through minute structures known as root hair.
3. There are multiple root hairs present on the roots.
4. This increases the surface area of the root facilitating more absorption.
5. From the root to the leaves, the xylem conducts the water into the plant.