Question

In maize, ........... roots are present other than the normal roots.

• A. Stilt roots
• B. Tuberous roots
• C. Prop roots
• D. Nodulated roots

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Stilt roots

Maize in presence of normal roots shows presence of stilt roots. They are roots which arise from the lower nodes of the stem. They run obliquely at an angle to the ground. They provide additional support to the plant.