Question

In monotropa the special type of root which absorbs nourishment is the _______
i) Haustoria ii) Mycorrhizal root iii) Clinging root iv) Adventitious root

Answer 1

Hey gies

the right answer is 1- Haustoria.

In monotropa the special type of root which absorbs nourishment is the HAUSTORIA.

Hope it helps you.

Answer 2

Haustoria is the root which absorbs nourishment in Monotropa.

Option (i)

Explanation:

• The haustoria penetrates into the tissue of the host and absorb nutrients and water
• Monotropa are also known as the Indian pipe. These plant don’t follow any of the given photosynthetic rules of a normal plant.

• They are considered rebellious and are often termed as leechers because they derive the nutrients from leeching of fungi.
• The monotrapa is short of chlorophyll which give it a white colour.
• They have an unusual process of deriving nutrients which involves penetrating the victim or host plant with its special type of root called the Hatourium.