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Plant root cells have long, thin extensions called root hairs that extend into soil particles. How does this specialized cell structure benefit the plant?

Root hairs absorb sunlight for underground photosynthesis Root hairs increase the surface area available for absorbing water and dissolved minerals from soil Root hairs release carbon dioxide gas to heat the soil Root hairs protect the plant from herbivorous birds

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Root hairs increase the surface area available for absorbing water and dissolved minerals from soil

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