Question

The surface area of a plant's root system is substantially larger than the surface area of its shoot system. The extensive surface area of roots is an adaptation associated with ________.

Answer 1

Answer:

Water and nutrient uptake.

Explanation:

The root system of a plant functions as conducting tissue for water and mineral nutrients that are essential for metabolic activities of the plant.

Extensive surface area of roots is an adaptation associated with efficient water and mineral nutrient uptake because this will increase the surface area of roots in contact with the soil.