Which of the following are functions of modified roots?

Photosynthesis

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Storage of food

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Breathing

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Support

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Solution

The correct options are
B Storage of food
C Breathing
D Support
Roots in some plants modify themselves to perform additional functions other than absorption and anchorage.
Few examples of modifed roots and their functions:

Pneumatophores - Breathing

Stilt roots - Support

Taproot of Carrot - Storage

Roots do not perform photosynthesis as they lack chlorophyll.

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