Compare the taproot and fibrous root systems.

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Taproot system Fibrous root system

1. Consists of a single root. 1. Consists cluster of roots.

2. It grows straight down in the ground 2. It is thin and uniform in size.

3. Seen in misogynous plants. 3. Seen in monocotyledonous plants.

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Taproot system	Fibrous root system
1. Consists of a single root.	1. Consists cluster of roots.
2. It grows straight down in the ground	2. It is thin and uniform in size.
3. Seen in misogynous plants.	3. Seen in monocotyledonous plants.