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Which type of root system is characterized by a taproot and lateral roots?
Which type of root system is characterized by a taproot and lateral roots?
- Fibrous root system
- Adventitious root system
- Plastic root system
- Taproot system (correct)
Which of the following functions is NOT associated with the root system?
Which of the following functions is NOT associated with the root system?
- Production of hormones
- Production of food through photosynthesis (correct)
- Anchoring the plant firmly to a substrate
- Water and mineral absorption
Which of the following plants has a taproot system?
Which of the following plants has a taproot system?
- Cassava
- Sorrel
- Radish (correct)
- Mistletoe
What is the additional function of fleshy taproots, such as carrots and beets?
What is the additional function of fleshy taproots, such as carrots and beets?
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Which type of root system is characterized by roots spreading horizontally and producing shoot buds?
Which type of root system is characterized by roots spreading horizontally and producing shoot buds?
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Which type of root system is characterized by a taproot and lateral roots?
Which type of root system is characterized by a taproot and lateral roots?
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Which of the following plants has a taproot system?
Which of the following plants has a taproot system?
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What is the main function of lateral roots?
What is the main function of lateral roots?
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Which type of root system is characterized by roots growing out of the trunk and hardening into sharp spines?
Which type of root system is characterized by roots growing out of the trunk and hardening into sharp spines?
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What is the additional function of plastic roots?
What is the additional function of plastic roots?
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