Question

What are rhizoids and what is their function?

Answer 1

Rhizoids:

1. Rhizoids are protrusions that emerge from the bottom epidermal cells of bryophytes.
2. Rhizoids can be single-celled or multicelled root-like structures.
3. Non-vascular plants such as bryophytes have thallus-like plant bodies that are prostrate or upright.
4. These plants are linked to the substratum by unicellular or multicellular rhizoids.

Functions of rhizoids:

1. They help in adhesion to the surface.
2. They assist in the absorption of water and nutrients.