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Roots play a vital role in plant survival by transporting water and nutrients to the above-ground organs and depositing root exudates into the rhizosphere. Their biomass and surface area often surpass those of the visible (above ground) parts of the plant. Since plants cannot move, they have evolved root structures that are specifically adapted to their environments. These roots are highly influenced by external conditions and grow by adding cells to their tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Roots play a vital role in plant survival by transporting water and nutrients to the above-ground organs and depositing root exudates into the rhizosphere. Their biomass and surface area often surpass those of the visible (above ground) parts of the plant. 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