Question

Assertion (A): Roots are plant structures which always grow below the soil.
Reason (R): Roots absorb water and minerals from the soil.

• A. A is true and R is false.
• B. A is false and R is true.
• C. Both A and R are true.
• D. Both A and R are false.

Answer 1

The correct option is B A is false and R is true.

• Roots are the part of the plant which grows below the soil for support.
• Besides normal functions like absorption of water and minerals, anchoring and support, these modified roots also perform some other functions like respiration, storage and support.
• Some examples of such roots are stilt roots, prop roots, aerial roots, runners, climbers, etc.
• Pneumatophores are specialized root structures that grow out from the soil surface. They facilitate gaseous exchange in roots growing in swamps and marshes.