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State whether the following statements are True or False. Rewrite the false statements correctly.
(a) Water absorption mainly occurs through the root-hair.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
The statement is True.

The numerous root hairs provide a large surface area. The more the surface area, the greater is the absorption.

Root hair contains cell sap which is of a higher concentration than the surrounding soil water.

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