FORESTRY
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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The first root of the embryo is known as the ____
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root hairs
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radicle
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hypocotyl
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seed coat
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Radicle is defined as the embryonic root of the plant, which develops into the future root of the plant. It is the first part of the embryo to develop into the root system of plants.
Detailed explanation-2: -The radicle grows first because the roots need to stabilise the plant before the leaves and stem grow, and the roots gather water and nutrients from the soil which are needed to continue growing.
Detailed explanation-3: -The root that develops directly from the radicle is termed as true root.
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