Assertion : Root hairs are present on whole root surface
Reason : Root hairs absorb water

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If the assertion is false but reason is true

Answer

D

Explanation

Some epidermal cells from the region of maturation form very fine and delicate thread like structure called root hair that increase surface area for absorption of water and minerals from the soil.