The name of the sheath that covers root apex is

Root hairs

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Parent roots

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Calyptra

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Root cap

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Solution

The correct option is B Root cap
The sheath that covers root apex and is found at the tip of the root is called root cap. It protects the delicate growing root tip from damage as it goes through the soil. It consists of meristematic tissues and is the site where new root cells are dividing leading to root elongation.
So, the correct answer is 'Root cap'

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