Which of the following acts as 'control points' where a plant adjusts the quantity and types of solutes that reach the xylem?
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Correct answer: Endodermal cells
Endodermal cells have transport proteins embedded in their plasma membranes. Because of the Casparian strip, all solutes must pass through these membranes, allowing the plant to selectively regulate mineral entry.
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