Why do the roots of some plants get modified ? Mention two functions performed by modified roots with examples.
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In some plants, the roots change their shape and get modified to absorb and transport water and minerals from the soil to different parts of the plant. They are also modified for support, food storage, and respiration. The root modifications perform two major functions- Physiological and Mechanical.
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These modified roots usually are swollen and assume different forms such as spindle shaped, e.g., radish; top shaped, e.g., beet, turnip; conelike, e.g., carrot; indefinite shape, e.g., sweet potatoes . Dahlia, Asparagus, Portulaca are some other examples of plants with modified roots for food storage.
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