The Uptake of Water

Important Notes to Know:

• The roots branching pattern is to increase the surface area to increase water intake.
• The roots will branch out to find a water source. 
• The root hairs on the roots are epidermal cells where the cell wall has been extended. 
• Root hairs increase the surface area for the absorption of water. 
• Plant concentrates minerals in the root hairs so the plant can take up water. 
• Water is taken in by the roots by using osmosis. 
• In osmosis the water moves from a dilute region to a highly concentrated region.