Question

Why are the roots of aquatic plants short and fibrous?

Answer 1

Aquatic plants:

1. Aquatic plants are plants growing and flourishing in water bodies. Example: Lotus, Lily, etc.
2. Roots have the function of water absorption. In the case of plants growing on land, the roots grow deeper in the soil to get water. As in aquatic plants, roots are submerged and water; they have enough water around them, so root sources are observed in their case.
3. Fibrous roots allow the plants to float over the surface of the water. Thus, aquatic plants have fibrous roots.