Question

Is it possible for you to find out whether a plant has taproot or fibrous roots by looking at the impression of its leaf on a sheet of paper? [2 marks]

Answer 1

• Yes, by looking at the impression, we can know the type of venation and hence, the root system. (1 mark)
• If a plant has parallel venation, then the root would be a fibrous root. (0.5 marks)
• If the plant has reticulate venation, then the root would be a tap root. (0.5 marks)