Differentiate between the following:

Tap root and fibrous root

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Solution

Fibrous Root Tap Root

Does not penetrate deeper into the soil Penetrates deeper into the soil

Does not have primary and secondary roots Has primary and secondary roots

Examples: Grass and maize Examples: Neem and mango

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Fibrous Root	Tap Root
Does not penetrate deeper into the soil	Penetrates deeper into the soil
Does not have primary and secondary roots	Has primary and secondary roots
Examples: Grass and maize	Examples: Neem and mango