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Explain how the shape of the root hair cell is adapted to help it do its job ​

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Root hair cells are adapted for taking up more water and mineral ions. The way the are able to perform this is by having a bigger surface area to increase how fast the water and minerals absorb. Plus they contain a lot of mitochondria, which release the energy from glucose during respiration in order to provide the energy that is needed for active transport.
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