Which of the following helps in the absorption of water and mineral salts?

Mycorrhiza

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Anabaena

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Nostoc

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Mycorrhiza
Mycorrhiza are fungal hyphae associated with roots of conifers. They aid in absorption of water and minerals. Nostoc and Anabaena are blue green algae, which carry out nitrogen fixation.
So, the correct answer is 'Mycorrhiza'

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