NEETBotanyMorphology of Flowering Plants
Root Structures Descriptions A. Tap Root 1. Arises from parts of the plant other than the radicle B. Fibrous Root 2. Originates from the base of the stem C. Adventitious Root 3. Originates from the radicle D. Root Cap 4. Protects the root tip as it grows through the soil
Options
- AA - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
- BA - 2, B - 3, C - 1, D - 4
- CA - 1, B - 2, C - 3, D - 4
- DA - 3, B - 1, C - 2, D - 4
Correct answer
A. A - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
Step-by-step solution
Tap roots originate from the radicle, fibrous roots originate from the base of the stem, adventitious roots arise from parts of the plant other than the radicle, and the root cap protects the root tip as it grows through the soil.