HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -Roots absorb water and minerals and transport them to stems. They also anchor and support a plant, and store food. A root system consists of primary and secondary roots. Each root is made of dermal, ground, and vascular tissues.

Detailed explanation-2: -Roots anchor the plants firmly to the soil. They provide support to the plants. They also help in absorbing water and minerals from the soil.

Detailed explanation-3: -Taproot System: This system consists of a single main vertical root with many smaller side roots. Examples of this type of system are: carrots, turnips, and dandelions. They serve as excellent reserves for food and anchor the plant well.

Detailed explanation-4: -Its primary functions are anchorage of the plant, absorption of water and dissolved minerals and conduction of these to the stem, and storage of reserve foods.