Question

Short define the breathing roots​

Answer 1

Answer:

The pneumatophores are the roots that grows above the ground. These grows upward or erect as these grow above the surface of the soil. ... The soil lacks oxygen due to deposition of extra salt. Thus the roots follow the negative geotropism to avail the oxygen hence these roots are called breathing roots.

Answer 2

In clayey soil, plants face deficiency of oxygen. Thus, to obtain oxygen, their roots grow upwards. Such roots that grow upwards (away from the gravity) are called breathing roots.

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