Question

List the factors that affect absorption of water in plants.

Answer 1

1. Absorption of water - Plants absorb water and minerals by the roots.
2. The roots absorb water and minerals from the soil.
3. There are millions of root hairs at the tips of the roots .
4. The root hairs, being in close proximity to the water in the soil, help in increasing the surface area for absorption of water.

The absorption of water is affected by several factors such as :

1. The quantity of water in the soil.
2. Soil temperature.
3. Concentration of soil solution.
4. The quantity of air in the soil.
5. Soil air.
6. Transpiration.
7. Absorbing root systems.
8. Metabolism.