Biology · Plant Morphology
Which of the following best describes the tap root system in dicotyledonous plants?
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- 1It originates from aerial parts of the plant and functions mainly in respiration.
- 2It arises from the base of the stem forming a cluster of similarly sized fibrous roots.
- 3It arises from the direct elongation of the radicle forming a primary root with lateral branches.✓
- 4It develops from underground stem nodes forming roots for vegetative propagation.
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It arises from the direct elongation of the radicle forming a primary root with lateral branches.
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