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The Root

Question

Identify the region of root that secretes mucilage which acts as lubricant and helps in easy penetration of root into the soil.

Easy

A

Coleoptile
B

Scutellum
C

Root cap
D

Epiblast

Solution

Root cap is a cap like or thimble like structure which protects the root apical meristem. The cells secrete mucilage which acts as lubricant and helps in easy penetration of root into the soil.

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