Question

Identify the type of root given in the figure, from the given options.

• A. A - Fusiform, radish, B - Napiform, turmeric; C - Tuberous, sweet potato
• B. A - Conical, turnip; B - Nodulated, sweet potato; C - Tuberous, Curcuma amada
• C. A - Conical, carrot; B - Tuberous, sweet potato; C - Fasciculated, Dahlia
• D. A - Napiform, carrot; B - Nodulated, Tamarind; C - Tuberous, turmeric

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

A - Conical, carrot; B - Tuberous, sweet potato; C - Fasciculated, Dahlia

The image represented as ''A'' is the conical root tuber of carrot. This type of root is conical in shape. It is widest at the top and tapers towards the lower end like cone. The image represented as ''B'' is the tuberous root. This type of root is thick and fleshy. They have no definite shape. It is found in potato, sweet potato, etc. The image represented as ''C'' is the fasciculated root. This type of root occur in clusters and are swollen due to the storage of food. It is found in Dahlia, tapioca etc.