Plants are attached to soil by structures known as ____.
(A) stems
(B) leaves
(C) flowers
(D) roots

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Answer: (D) roots
$∙$ Roots help in holding the plant firmly in the soil. They help plants to absorb water and minerals from the soil, which are essential for their survival.
$∙$ A stem connects the roots to the leaves, provides support to the leaves, flowers, and buds.
$∙$ The main function of a leaf is to produce food for the plant by photosynthesis.
$∙$ A flower is a bright, colourful part of a plant which attracts bees and insects.

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Plants are attached to soil by structures known as ____. (A) stems (B) leaves (C) flowers (D) roots

Plants are attached to soil by structures known as ____.
(A) stems
(B) leaves
(C) flowers
(D) roots