AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The role of roots is to: anchor the plant to the ground; take up water and minerals needed for growth and development; store food and nutrients; and.

Detailed explanation-2: -Roots. The roots of seed plants have three major functions: anchoring the plant to the soil, absorbing water and minerals and transporting them upwards, and storing the products of photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-3: -► Roots anchor the plants in the soil and absorb nutrients and water that are needed by the rest of the plant. ► Stems support the upper part of the plant and act as a transport system for nutrients, water, sugar, and starches.

Detailed explanation-4: -Roots are the important underground part of all vascular plants. This part of the plant is mainly responsible for anchoring it down into the ground and absorbing the essential mineral elements, nutrients, and water from the soil.

Detailed explanation-5: -Roots. The roots’ functions are to absorb nutrients and moisture, anchor the plant in the soil, support the stem and store food. Roots are often overlooked, probably because they are less visible than the rest of the plant. However, it’s important to understand plant root systems.