Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Transport mechanisms

Transport mechanisms — practice question

Mineral ions enter plants through root hair cells. This can occur by a process that transfers the ions from a lower concentration in the soil to a higher concentration inside the root hair cell.
(a(i))[3]

Name and describe the process that allows mineral ions to be absorbed.

(a(ii))[1]

Phosphate is one ion moved in this manner. State one function of this ion in plant cells.

(b(i))[1]

Write the letter W on Fig. 3.1 in the area where cells are specialised for the transport of water and mineral ions.

(b(ii))[2]

Water is also absorbed from the soil by the root hair cells. Outline the mechanism by which this occurs.

(b(iii))[4]

Describe the pathway taken by water as it passes from the root hair cells into the cells which are specialised for transport of water and mineral ions.

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