Match the right example of modified root Modified root Example A. Storage Root Rhizophora B. Respiratory Root Carrot C. Prop root Maize D. Stilt root Banyan Root

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Roots in some plants change their shape and structure and become modified to perform functions other than absorption and conduction of water and minerals. They are modified for support, storage of food and respiration. Tap roots of carrot, turnip and adventitious roots of sweet potato, get swollen and store food. The hanging roots of banyan are called prop roots. Similarly, the stems of maize and sugarcane have supporting roots coming out of the lower nodes of the stem. These are called stilt roots. In some plants