AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

ROOTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the functions of roots to help the plants grow and survive?
A
Roots helps fix the plant firmly on the soil.
B
Roots destroy the plants
C
Roots absorbed water and minerals from the soil.
D
Roots make seeds for plants.
E
Roots help to store extra food made by plant.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Roots absorb water and nutrients from the soil. They anchor the plant firmly. They help in storing food and nutrients. Roots transport water and minerals to the plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -What do roots do? They have three major jobs: absorbing water and minerals, anchoring and supporting the plant, and storing food. Absorbing water and minerals: Thin-walled epidermal cells and root hairs are well suited to absorb water and dissolved minerals from the soil.

Detailed explanation-3: -Storage roots, such as carrot, beetroot, raddish and sweet potato, are examples of roots that are specially modified for storage of starch and water.

Detailed explanation-4: -Plants prepare their food and store in the form of starch. They can store their food in different parts like roots, stems and leaves.

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