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What is the main difference between roots and rhizomes?
What is the main difference between roots and rhizomes?
- Presence of nodes and internodes (correct)
- Contain scaly leaves
- Contain a piliferous layer
- Contain axillary buds
What is the main function of the root in a plant?
What is the main function of the root in a plant?
- Conducting photosynthesis
- Producing flowers and fruits
- Absorbing water and nutrients from the soil (correct)
- Supporting the stem
Which type of roots arises directly from the stem?
Which type of roots arises directly from the stem?
- Storage roots
- Primary roots (Tap roots)
- Secondary roots
- Adventitious roots (correct)
Which type of roots become swollen with reserve food materials?
Which type of roots become swollen with reserve food materials?
What do storage roots store?
What do storage roots store?