Question

Difference between rhizophore and root of selaginella

Answer 1

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Rhizophore and Root Development in Selaginella martensii: Meristem Transitions and Identity. Rhizophores arise from angle meristems located at shoot branch points in many species of Selaginella and produce roots at their distal ends. Eventually, subterranean roots formed, bearing root hairs and root caps.✔✔✔✔

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Answer 2

Difference between rhizophore and root of selaginella:

Rhizophore of Selaginella:

• The branches that grow downwards with adventitious roots are called as rhizopore.
• It has adventitious roots.
• It is thorn like in appearance.
• It is seen above the soil surface.

Root of Selaginella

• The one single primary long tender like structure which is seen submerged inside the soli is called as roots.

• It has root cap and epidermal cells.

• It appears like normal root like structure.

• It is seen below the soil surface.