In woody dicots root hairs are most abundant on that part of the root where
A) primary growth cells are differentiating.
B) the vascular cambium is active.
C) lateral roots are developing.
D) cell division and elongation are occurring.
E) the meristematic zone where rapid cell growth occurs.

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Root hairs are most abundant in the zone of differentiation, where primary growth cells are differentiating. This area is just behind the meristematic zone, where cells are actively dividing but not yet specialized. Root hairs increase the surface area for water and nutrient absorption.

In Woody Dicots Root Hairs Are Most Abundant on That