Question

Why is absorption important in living organisms?

• A. Absorption of water and food by intestinal cells in animals.
• B. Absorption of water and mineral salts by root hair in plants.
• C. Absorption of drugs into the bloodstream.
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

The principle of absorption is important in the life of each and every living organism. This phenomenon helps the organism to intake all sort of soluble food substance inside their bodies from the external environment. Absorption of water and food by intestinal cells in animals, absorption of water and mineral salts by root hair in plants are some of the examples.