Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the root system?

• A. It grows downwards in the soil.
• B. It grows away from the sunlight.
• C. It grows towards the force of gravity.
• D. Leaves, fruits, and flowers are parts of the root system.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Leaves, fruits, and flowers are parts of the root system.

$\bullet$ The underground part of the plant is called the root.
$\bullet$ Its main characteristics are: It grows downwards into the soil, away from the sunlight and towards the force of gravity.
$\bullet$ Leaves, flowers, and fruits are the parts of the shoot system.