Question

Pneumatophores are found in ?

• A. The vegetation which is found in marshy and saline lake
• B. The vegetation which is found in acidic soil
• C. Xerophytes
• D. Epiphytes

Answer 1

The correct option is A

The vegetation which is found in marshy and saline lake

The correct option is A

Explanation for the correct answer:

1. Pneumatophores are present in the flora of the marshy and salty lakes.
2. In a region with wet soil, these unique aerial roots aid in the plants' ability to breathe.
3. In some species, these roots are the size of pencils and like pegs, whereas in others, they like knees.
4. Numerous holes in these roots allow oxygen to enter the tissues below.

Explanation for the correct answer:

Option B:

Acidic soil is also preferred by evergreens and many deciduous trees such as beech, willow, oak, dogwood, mountain ash, and magnolias.

Option C:

Any plant that has evolved systems to avoid water loss or to conserve available water in a dry or physiologically dry environment.

Option D:

Any plant that grows on another plant or objects only for the purpose of physical support is known as an epiphyte, sometimes known as an air plant.

Final answer:

Pneumatophores are found in the vegetation which is found in marshy and saline lake