5 Questions
Which kind of root system is characterized by having numerous long and slender lateral roots of about the same size and no dominant primary root?
Fibrous
Which kind of root system is characterized by having a well-developed primary root that is more prominent than the branch roots?
Taproot
Which kind of root system is characterized by roots that form on organs other than roots or the radicle?
Adventitious
Which function is NOT performed by roots?
Transport of materials to and from the shoot
Which kind of root system is found mostly in monocots?
Fibrous
Study Notes
Types of Root Systems
- The root system characterized by numerous long and slender lateral roots of about the same size and no dominant primary root is known as a fibrous root system.
- A root system characterized by a well-developed primary root that is more prominent than the branch roots is known as a taproot system.
- The root system characterized by roots that form on organs other than roots or the radicle is known as an adventitious root system.
- Absorption of light is a function NOT performed by roots.
- The root system found mostly in monocots is a fibrous root system.
Test your knowledge on the origin, functions, and different types of root systems with this quiz. Explore topics such as external and internal root anatomy, specialized roots, and the physiology of roots. Challenge yourself to identify the various functions of roots, from absorption and anchorage to food storage and transportation. Discover the characteristics of taproot, fibrous root, and adventitious root systems.
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