A researcher observes that a particular plant species exhibits significantly reduced root hair development when grown in a hydroponic solution lacking phosphorus. Which physiological role of phosphorus in root hair formation is MOST likely affected?
Major component of cell wall cellulose
Cofactor for enzymes involved in lignin biosynthesis
Nucleic acid synthesis and energy transfer for cell division and elongation
Regulation of stomatal closure to prevent water loss
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Wolffia
Ranunculus
Rafflesia
Stellaria
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Adventitious root
Stilt root
Nodal root
Intermodal root
Sucking roots are present in the plant
Betel
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Opuntia
Aloe
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Viscum
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Vanda
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developed from a stem cutting
grew downwards into the soil
absorbed water and minerals
developed from the radicle
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Water
Food
Secondary compound
Primary compound
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Support
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Storage food
Increasing mass
