The Root Hair Cell

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Structure and function of a specialised cell.

A look at the structure and function of the root hair cell - an example of a specialised plant cell.
From: Key Stage Three Bitesize Revision
First Broadcast : 5 December 2007

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14

Subject : Biology, Science

Topic : Cells, Life processes and cell activity, Plants

Keywords : Specialised cells, Root hair cell, Plant cell

Notes : Use to introduce specialised plant cells. Can be used as an illustration of a specialised cell or to generate further research for the students.


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