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Which of the following plants are incorrectly matched with their root type?

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Radish - Spindle shaped
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Beetroot - Top shaped
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C
Carrot - Conical shaped
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D
Maize - Spindle shaped
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Solution

The correct option is D Maize - Spindle shaped
Maize plants have fibrous roots system. The tap root in turnip is modified for food storage. It has a round, flat-top or cylindrical shape. Other plants like radish have spindle shaped roots. Carrots and beetroot plants have conical and top shaped roots respectively.

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