There are various tissues that make up a dicot root. Here are some of the cell types that make up each tissue and their functions:
1. Epidermis Tissue:
- Epidermal Cells: Provides protection to the root by forming a water-resistant barrier that prevents water loss and entry of pathogens.
- Root Hairs: Increase the surface area of the root for better absorption of water and nutrients.
2. Cortex Tissue:
- Parenchyma Cells: Stores food and helps in lateral movement of water and nutrients across the root.
- Endodermal Cells: Surrounds the vascular tissue and controls the movement of water and minerals from the cortex to the vascular tissue.
3. Vascular Tissue:
- Xylem Cells: Transports water and dissolved minerals from the root to the rest of the plant.
- Phloem Cells: Transports dissolved food from the leaves to the rest of the plant.
4. Meristem Tissue:
- Apical Meristem Cells: Responsible for the growth of the root in length.
- Lateral Meristem Cells: Responsible for the growth of the root in width.
These cell types work together to ensure proper growth and functioning of the dicot root.
Name all the cell types that make up each tissue and function of each cell type in that particular dicot root
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