Which of these plants would have a root structure similar to one shown in the figure given below.
A
Balsam
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B
Carrot
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C
Paddy
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D
Mango
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Solution
The correct option is C Paddy
The given figure represents fibrous root system.
Fibrous root system have an intricate network of roots.
Paddy, maize, banana, grass have fibrous root system.
Carrot, mango, and balsam have taproot system. Taproot is less intricate with main root called taproot and smaller roots emerging from it called lateral roots.