Question

Similarity of tap root and fibrous root

Answer 1

The two root systems in plants are Tap root and Fibrous root.

• Both tap root and fibrous root systems have tiny projections called root hair which increase the surface area of absorption of water and nutrients from the soil.
• Both types of root systems anchor the plant to the soil.
• Both systems are examples of true roots which develop from the radicle of the plant embryo.
• Both systems grow deep into the soil unlike some other root systems that project upward.