To reduce friction from growth in soil
The root cap secretes mucilage
The root cap sloughs cells
Makes new cells by Mitosis
Meristematic Cells Divide by Mitosis
Table of Mitosis
Cells Grow in Size
Vacuole Appears and Grows
Mature Organelles are Produced
Parenchyma Cells = Typical Cells
Parenchyma next to Sclerenchyma
Sclerenchyma Cells = Hard Cell Wall
Cells Grow
Cells Make Heavy Wall with Lignin
Cells Die
Hollow Walls are Good Support, Good Conductor
Cells Become Different
Cells Mature
Root Hairs Visible
Increase Surface Area
Improve Mineral Uptake
