The main axis of the true root system is called the __.

Taproot

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Fibrous root

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Adventitious root

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Taproot
The main axis of the true root system is called the taproot. Taproot is an example of true root. It is the main root descending downward from the radicle and giving off small lateral roots.

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Which of the following statements hold true for the root system shown in the given figure?

(i) It is a fibrous root system.

(ii) The branches that arise from the main root are called fibrous roots.

(iii) It is a tap root system.

(iv) Examples of this type of root system are pea, tulsi, radish, carrot and turnip.

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