NEET Botany Root MCQ Question
Which combination of statements about the root system is correct?
Roots can originate from the radicle, the stem base, or other plant parts; they are primarily responsible for absorption of nutrients.
All roots in flowering plants are fibrous and originate only from the radicle.
Adventitious roots only arise from the soil and have no relation to the plant's structure.
The primary root is the only root type found in monocotyledonous plants.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement A accurately describes the origin of roots and their function in nutrient absorption, while statements B, C, and D contain misconceptions about root types and origins.
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