The region or part of root that increases the surface area for water absorption is

root cap with root hair

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zone of elongation

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meristematic zone

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root hair in maturation region

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The correct option is D root hair in maturation region
Root hairs arise from the region of maturation. Root hairs collect water and minerals that are present in the soil. They also increase the surface area for absorption.

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Absorption of water along with mineral solutes mostly take place through maturation region of the root tip.

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