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Roots: Structure and Types

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When the root is swollen at the apex coming almost spherical and tapers suddenly towards the base give a top-like appearance, it is called___.

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Napiform

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Conical

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Fusiform

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Napiform
When the root is swollen at the apex coming almost spherical and tapers suddenly towards the base give a top-like appearance, it is called napiform.
eg: Turnip, beetroot.

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