Question

Which of the following statements are false for the root system shown in the given figure?
(i) It is a fibrous root system.
(ii) The main root from which branches arise is called the tap root.
(iii) It is a tap root system.
(iv) Examples of this type of root system are pea, wheat, banana and turnip.

• A. (i) and (ii) only
• B. (iii) and (iv) only
• C. (i) and (iv) only
• D. (ii) and (iv) only

Answer 1

The correct option is C (i) and (iv) only

• The given figure is of a taproot system. As there is one main root called taproot and other smaller roots called lateral roots are arising from it.
• Pea and carrot have taproot system whereas wheat and banana are examples of fibrous root system.