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What are Roots?

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Roots are the part of the plant which are usually underground. There are two main types of roots. Taproots and Fibrous roots.

  • What are Taproots?

The Taproot system is composed of the main root which grows from the base of the stem. Multiple branches and sub-branches arise from this main root. These branches are also known as lateral roots.

Taproot

 For example, pea plant and radish.

Pea plant       Radish

 

  • What are Fibrous roots?

The Fibrous root is a cluster of thin fibre-like roots which arise from the base of the stem. These roots spread out in the soil.

Fibrous roots

For example, maize and millet.

Maize             Millet

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