Organ System of Angiosperms

  • Richard G. Kessel
  • Ching Y. Shih

Abstract

The root system is one of two fundamental parts of a land plant. When a seed germinates, the root (RT) grows downward into the soil to anchor the plant and hold it upright (Fig. 1). The root also functions to absorb water and minerals from soil.

Keywords

Pollen Tube Root Hair Guard Cell Digestive Gland Glandular Trichome 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Richard G. Kessel
    • 1
  • Ching Y. Shih
    • 2
  1. 1.Department of ZoologyThe University of IowaIowa CityUSA
  2. 2.Scanning Electron Microscope LaboratoryThe University of IowaIowa CityUSA

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