name any two modifications of the roots. Explain in them and give two examples of each type? don't give excusive answer othervise I report the question
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Adventitious roots are those parts which arise from the organ other than the roots. They usually arise from the stem, internodes, leaves. They may be underground or aerial. Examples include rhizomes, corms, tubers.
A. The reproductive root of Asparagus is an adventitious root. It occurs in clusters and it is swollen.
B. In sweet potato, adventitious roots grow from the nodes of the running stem. They are also called as storage roots and edible root-tubers.
C. Conical roots of carrot is an example of tap root
D. In banyan tree, horizontal aerial branches give rise
to aerial adventitious roots. They are also called as prop roots as they support horizontal branches. .Thus, the correct answer is 'Conical roots of carrot.'
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Storage roots, such as carrots, beets, and sweet potatoes, are examples of roots that are specially modified for storage of starch and water. They usually grow underground as protection from plant-eating animals.