A cross section through the zone of maturation of a root would show
A) cells of the root cap.
B) the apical meristem.
C) transport tissues.
D) greatly elongated, undifferentiated cells.
E) dividing cells.

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The zone of maturation in a root is where cells differentiate into various specialized cells, including transport tissues like xylem and phloem, which are responsible for the transport of water, nutrients, and sugars throughout the plant.

A Cross Section Through the Zone of Maturation of a Root