Types of root anf functions of root

1. By :- Irene
Mariam
John
6-F
TYPES OF ROOTS AND
FUNCTIONS OF ROOTS

2. There are two main Types of Root
Systems :- Tap Root and Fibrous Root
System.
ROOT SYSTEM

3. In the Tap Root System , a single root (
called the primary Root ) comes out from
the seed after germination. Later smaller
roots called lateral roots branch out from
this primary root.
TAP ROOT SYSTEM

4. Fibrous Roots that grow from the
base of the stem, have a bushy
appearance. These roots are thin and
almost equal in size.
FIBROUS ROOT SYSTEM

5.  Anchoring
 Absorption of water and nutrients
from the soil
 Preventing soil erosion
FUNCTIONS OF ROOTS

6.  Storage of food - Carrot, Turnip
 For multiplication - Dahlia, Asparagus
 For nutrition - Dodder
 For climbing – Money Plant
 For extra support – Banyan tree , Sugarcane
ROOT MODIFICATIONS

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