Why is it difficult to break lateral roots and not lateral branches on stem?
Answers
The Root in an axial organ of plant with geotropic growth. One of root functions is to supply anchorage of the plant body in soil or on various surfaces. Other functions include water and mineral absorption and transport, food storage, and communication with other plants.
Answer:
The lateral root origin is endogenous (originating from inner layers i.e. pericycle)
The lateral branch origin is exogenous (originating from outer layers i.e. endodermis).
Explanation:
As lateral roots consists of lateral meristem, this meristem helps in thickning the stem and root. It is a type of tissue that helps in streching and enlarging the cells as they grow with time. They have no vacuoles and have high capacity of cell division. But through the node, branch is joined. The lateral branch is a secondary branch which branches out of the trunk. They continue to grow tiny shoots and buds.