Question

write a small note on modification of root for storage​

Answer 1

Answer:

• In some plants the primary tap roots are modified for storing reserve food material. The storage roots are swollen and assume various forms. The swollen root is board at the base and tapers gradually towards the apex giving a shape of Conical.. The storage food having no fixed shape.

Answer 2

Explanation:

In some plants, the roots become fleshy due to the absorption of food material. The aerial parts of these plants worn out due to unfavourable conditions. When the conditions are favourable again new buds emerge either from the fleshy root or from a small bit of stem above.

For eg., the taproots of carrot and turnip get swollen to store food.

Depending upon their shapes, they are classified as;

Conical roots are broad at the base and conical at the apex, eg., carrot

Fusiform roots are swollen in the middle and tapering towards both the ends, eg., radish

Napiform roots are spherical at the base and taper towards the apex, eg., turnip

Tuberous roots have no specific shape. They appear thick and fleshy, eg., 4’O clock plant.