Differentiate between tap root and adventitious root.

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Tap Roots Fibrous Roots
1)Arises from radicle. 1)Arises from any part of a plant other than radicle.
2)Primary root sustains throughout life. 2)Primary root is short lived.
3)Always found underground. 3)It can be found underground or above the ground.
4)The main root is thicker than lateral roots 4)All are generally fibrous.
5)Its main function is absorption. 5)Its main function is to provide support.

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Tap Roots	Fibrous Roots
1)Arises from radicle.	1)Arises from any part of a plant other than radicle.
2)Primary root sustains throughout life.	2)Primary root is short lived.
3)Always found underground.	3)It can be found underground or above the ground.
4)The main root is thicker than lateral roots	4)All are generally fibrous.
5)Its main function is absorption.	5)Its main function is to provide support.