Roots for Mechanical Support

Q.

Sweet potato is modified:

Q.

Supporting roots of sugarcane arise from:

1. Lower nodes of stem

2. Radicle of seed

3. Aerial branches of stem

4. Internodes of stem

Q. Which is incorrect match?

1. Tap root – Carrot
2. Prop root – Banyan Tree
3. Adventitious root – Sweet potato
4. Stilt root – Turnip

Q.

Select the correct statements.

I. From the region of elongation, some of the epidermal cells form root hairs.

II. Pneumatophores are seen in Rhizophora.

III. Adventitious roots are seen in the banyan tree.

IV. Maize and sugarcane have prop roots.

1. I and IV

2. I, III and IV

3. III and IV

4. II and III

5. I, II and IV

Q. Which of the following statements are correct?

1. Stilt roots arise from nodes at base of the stem near the soil.
2. Prop roots arise from the stem and grow towards the soil.
3. Both prop and stilt roots are meant for mechnical support.
4. Both prop and stilt roots are meant for storage.

Q. Which of the following have stilt roots?
(i) Banyan
(ii) Maize
(iii) Mangrove
(iv) Sugarcane

1. (i) and (iii)
2. (ii) and (iv)
3. (i) and (iv)
4. (ii) and (iii)