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The roots that possess haustoria are called

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Photosynthetic root
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Reproductive root
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Respiratory root
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Parasitic root
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Solution

The correct option is D Parasitic root
A haustoria is a root-like structure or a structure that grows into or around another structure to absorb water or nutrients. The root of a parasitic plant that penetrates the host's tissue and draws nutrients from it.

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