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Why do bacteria thrive even in hostile environments

In an experiment examining the effects tai chi on arthritis pain, callahan (2010) selected a large sample of individuals with doctor-diagnosed arthritis. half of the participants immediately began a tai chi course and the other half (the control group) waited 8 weeks before beginning. at the end of 8 weeks, the individuals who had experienced tai chi had less arthritis pain that those who had not participated in the course.

What is the function of the root cap? a. extra-absorbent cells in the root cap absorb more water and nutrients b. protect the meristematic area of the stem c. contains sensors for sunlight d. increases surface area of the root