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Root hairs develop from the region of:

1. Elongation
2. Root cap
3. Meristematic activity
4. Maturation

Correct answer: Maturation

Solution

Root hairs are formed by epidermal cells in the zone of maturation, where cells differentiate and specialize. This region is also called the zone of differentiation, and it is the main site for absorption.

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