A root grows in length, which region of the root is responsible for this growth?
Root cap
Region of meristematic activity
Region of elongation
Region of maturation
Match the following
Column $-I$ | Column$- II$ |
$(a)$. Cuscuta | $(i)$ Hygroscopic root |
$(b)$. Rhizophora | $(ii)$ Stilt root |
$(c)$. Vanda | $(iii)$ Haustorial root |
$(d)$. Pandanus | $(iv)$ Respiratory root |
Characteristic of meristematic region of root
Food storage seen in adventitious root in
Describe modifications of root for specific functions.
The essential functions of roots are anchorage and absorption of water and minerals in the terrestrial plant. What functions are associated with the roots of aquatic plants ? How are roots of aquatic plants and terrestrial plants different ?