AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Taproot systems feature a single, thick primary root, called the taproot, with smaller secondary roots growing out from the sides. The taproot may penetrate as many as 60 meters (almost 200 feet) below the ground surface.

Detailed explanation-2: -Plant root systems are organized in two basic ways; both have a lot to do with primary and secondary roots. A root system that is composed of one main primary root and many secondary roots branching off of the primary root is called a taproot system.

Detailed explanation-3: -Primary and secondary roots are present in fibrous root system.

Detailed explanation-4: -Taproot systems in plants have a main root and smaller roots emerging from the main root. These smaller roots are known as lateral roots.

Detailed explanation-5: -A tap root system has a single main root that grows down. A fibrous root system forms a dense network of roots that is closer to the soil surface. An example of a tap root system is a carrot.