Question

Both tap roots and fibrous roots are able to

• A. Carry out photosynthesis
• B. Form annual rings
• C. Go deep into the soil
• D. Absorb water and minerals

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Absorb water and minerals

The correct option is D :
Explanation for the correct option:

1. Roots are the part of the plant that grows below the ground. It is broadly of two types: taproot and fibrous root.
2. Taproots have the main root from where other lateral roots emerge from different places.
3. Whereas, fibrous roots lack main roots and lateral branches, the roots start dividing into sub-branches from the initial point of growth.
4. Both the roots play multiple roles in the lifetime of a plant.
5. They help with the absorption of water and minerals from the soil through root hairs to the stem and the plant
6. It establishes firm anchorage with the soil and this leads to the fixing of plants on the surface of the soil.
7. Also, taproots are deeper and longer than fibrous they are better with the absorption of water and minerals, and anchorage.

Final answer: Both taproots and fibrous roots are able to absorb water and minerals.