Question

5. What are the two main functions of the root?

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Answer 1

Explanation:

The functions of root are as follows:

Anchoring of the plant to the soil.

Absorption of water and nutrients from the soil.

Conduction of absorbed water and nutrients to stem.

Storage of food.

Vegetative reproduction and competition with other plants.

Answer 2

1). absorption of water and inorganic nutrients 2) storage of food and nutrients