Vocabulary: Roots

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Apical Meristem

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Area of the root where the root grows longer as new cells are made

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Caspian Strip

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A waterproof zone between the cells of the endodermis

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Cortex

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A layer of ground tissue that stores the products of photosynthesis

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Endodermis

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A layer of ground tissue that completely encloses the vascular cylinder

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Fibrous Root

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A root system that has a primary root and branch roots that are all the same size

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Root Cap

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A tough area of tissue that covers the root tip and protects the growing root

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Root Hair

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Small roots that extend from the epidermis and produce a large surface area that allows water and minerals to enter

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Taproot

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A root system that has a large primary root and smaller branch roots

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Vascular Cylinder

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The xylem and phloem together at the center of the root.