-This Figure Shows the Pathways of Water and Mineral Uptake

question 18

Multiple Choice

-This figure shows the pathways of water and mineral uptake by the roots.What does "b" represent?

• A)symplast route
• B)root hairs
• C)apoplast route
• D)vascular cylinder
• E)endodermis and Casparian strip

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Definitions:

Soleus Muscles

A powerful muscle in the back part of the lower leg (calf) that is involved in standing and walking.

Plantar Flexion

The movement that decreases the angle between the sole of the foot and the back of the leg, as seen when pointing the toes.

Aerobic Respiration

A metabolic process in cells that uses oxygen to convert glucose or other nutrients into energy (ATP), producing carbon dioxide and water as waste products.

Calcium Channel Blockers

A class of medications that disrupt the movement of calcium through calcium channels, used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain arrhythmias by relaxing blood vessels and reducing heart workload.