DENDROLOGY

TREE IDENTIFICATION

CHARACTERISTICS USED FOR TREE IDENTIFICATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The roots of a tree help anchor it in the soil during windy weather.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Strong winds cause trees to sway, pulling and stretching their roots. The movement disrupts root-soil contact, decreasing water absorption and increasing the severity of water stress in trees.

Detailed explanation-2: -The roots of a plant hold the soil firmly. Because of this, soil cannot easily be washed or blown away. So, plants prevent soil erosion.

Detailed explanation-3: -Roots bind the soil particles together and do not let the soil to wash away with water or wind.

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