Question

Select the incorrect statement for the root shown below:

• A. They are found in the plant growing in sandy soil.
• B. They possess breathing pores.
• C. They are vertically growing roots.
• D. They help to get oxygen for the respiration.

Answer 1

The correct option is A They are found in the plant growing in sandy soil.

Pneumatophores are the specialized erect roots which facilitate the exchange of gases in plants growing in marshy areas. So, the pneumatophores are also called breathing roots as these roots possess pores known as breathing pores or pneumatophores for the gaseous exchange.