Structure of Roots

What anchors the plant and takes water and nutrients from the soil?

• seed

• stamen

• stigma

• roots

This part of the plant holds the plant in the ground and gets water and nutrients from the soil.

• stem

• leaves

• flower

• roots

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What plant structure is number 5?

• roots

• stem

• leaf

• flower

• seed

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Which is a function of the roots?

• reproduce

• supports the plant

• absorbs water and mineral salts from the soil

• make food

What is the primary function of root hairs in plants?

• Absorb sunlight

• Anchor the plant

• Absorb water and nutrients

• Store food

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Which part of the root is responsible for protecting the root tip as it grows through the soil?

• Root cap

• Root hair

• Cortex

• Xylem

In which zone of the root does cell division primarily occur?

• Zone of maturation

• Zone of elongation

• Zone of cell division

• Zone of differentiation

What type of root system is characterized by a single, large primary root?

• Fibrous root system

• Taproot system

• Adventitious root system

• Aerial root system

Which of the following is NOT a function of roots?

• Photosynthesis

• Anchorage

• Absorption

• Storage

What is the main tissue responsible for the transport of water in roots?

• Phloem

• Xylem

• Cortex

• Epidermis