Question

Root apex is sub-terminal because it is

• A. Covered by root hairs
• B. Covered by root cap
• C. Covered by epidermis
• D. Under the soil

Answer 1

The correct option is B Covered by root cap

The terminal region of the root though is known as root apex. The apical region is sub-terminal because the root apex is protected by a root cap. The root cap protects the growing tip in the plants.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.