AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

ROOTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the role of roots?
A
to join the leaves and flowers
B
to hold the plant in the soil
C
to keep the leaves off the ground
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: -The roots of a plant take up water and nutrients from the soil. They also anchor the plant to the ground and keep it steady. The stem carries water and nutrients to different parts of the plant. It also provides support and keeps the plant standing upright.

Detailed explanation-3: -They hold the soil in position to prevent it from being blown or washed away. Tree roots also positively affect the soil structure because root growth breaks up soil to create space for air and water, which improves aeration and drainage. Nutrients are added to the soil from the tree roots.

Detailed explanation-4: -The root is typically the part of the plant that grows into the soil, although it can be aerial in waterlogged soil. Roots have two main functions, anchoring the plant to the ground, and absorbing nutrients, water, and minerals for the plant.

Detailed explanation-5: -The function of the root is to the plant firmly and to water and nutrients from the soil.

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