Explain the function of climbing roots.
Important Questions on Plant Morphology and Anatomy
Students were on the excursion to a botanical garden. They noted the observation given below. Will you be able to help them in understanding those conditions?
Many oblique roots were given out from the lower nodes, apparently for extra support.
(i) Root caps are present in prop roots.
(ii) Pneumatophores help to get oxygen for respiration.
(iii) Edible part of ginger is underground stem.
(iv) Hydrophytes usually possess a well-developed root system.
Match the column I with column II and select the correct answer.
| Column I | Column II |
| A Dahlia | 1 Nodulose roots |
| B Curcuma | 2 Nodulated roots |
| C Pea | 3 Fasciculated roots |
| D Banyan | 4 Prop roots |
Read the following statements.
A. Small supporting roots growing obliquely from the basal node of the main stem.
B. The root arises from horizontal aerial branches of the tree and provides support to the spreading branches of the tree.
C. Negatively geotropic roots present in mangrove plants.
The plant root described above can be represented by:
Prop roots:
a. Arise from the lower node of the stem.
b. Provide support as they hang from branches.
c. Are present in banyan tree.
d. Help in gaseous exchange.
Choose the correct option.
