DENDROLOGY

DENDROLOGY AND SOCIETY

PLANT CLASSIFICATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of root does a dicotyledon have?
A
Parallel root
B
Branching root
C
Taproot
D
Fibrous root
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Dicot plants have tap root system and fibrous root system is seen in monocots. Taproots have a main central root upon which, small, lateral roots called root hairs are attached. Mustard, carrot, beetroot, parsley, china rose and all dicotyledons are examples of taproot systems.

Detailed explanation-2: -In most dicots, the radicle enlarges to form a prominent taproot that persists throughout the life of the plant.

Detailed explanation-3: -Taproot is seen in dicot plants. It is tapering in shape. It grows vertically downward and is the main root of the primary root system. It gives rise to smaller lateral roots called secondary roots that further produce lateral roots called tertiary roots.

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