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What are the main functions of roots in aquatic plants?


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Roots:

  1. Roots are the underground structures of the plant which primarily anchors the plant to the soil.
  2. Roots play an important role in the absorption of nutrients and water from the soil.
  3. Roots can be differentiated into tap roots and fibrous roots.

Functions of roots present in aquatic plants:

  1. In aquatic plants the roots are highly reduced and are not well developed.
  2. These roots help in holding a plant at a particular place.
  3. Example- Nymphaea

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