DENDROLOGY

DENDROLOGY AND SOCIETY

PLANT CLASSIFICATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This type of crop plant has a taproot system
A
Monocot
B
Dicot
C
Monoecious
D
Dioecious
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Taproots are large central roots from which small lateral roots sprout out. These are primarily seen in dicotyledons like carrots and radish. Adventitious roots originate from branches, stems and leaves.

Detailed explanation-2: -taproot, main root of a primary root system, growing vertically downward. Most dicotyledonous plants (see cotyledon), such as dandelions, produce taproots, and some, such as the edible roots of carrots and beets, are specialized for food storage.

Detailed explanation-3: -In most dicots, the radicle enlarges to form a prominent taproot that persists throughout the life of the plant.

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