HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
ULTRA STRUCTURE OF PLANT CELLS AND ORGANS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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absorbing water from the soil
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producing food for the plant
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storing energy for later use
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anchoring the plant in the ground
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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Supply of food to plant parts. The supply of food to plant parts is not the main function of the root system of a plant.
Detailed explanation-2: -Roots do not absorb sunlight as they are below the ground. Sunlight is absorbed by green parts of the plant like the leaves.
Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: A vascular plant’s, root is the underground portion of the plant. Its key tasks include plant anchoring, water and dissolved mineral absorption and transmission to the stem and reserve food storage.
Detailed explanation-4: -The correct option is (B) Node.
Detailed explanation-5: -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.