Question

Which among the following is incorrect about adventitious root system?

• A. Adventitious roots when buried in soil grows into new roots
• B. These roots provide additional anchoring to a plant
• C. These are the roots that grow from parts that are other than the radicle
• D. Adventitious roots are present in Turnip

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Adventitious roots are present in Turnip

• Adventitious roots when buried in soil grow into new roots – Correct, as adventitious roots can regenerate and propagate when planted.

• These roots provide additional anchoring to a plant – Correct, they often give support, like prop roots in maize and banyan.

• These are the roots that grow from parts that are other than the radicle – Correct, by definition, adventitious roots do not arise from the radicle, but from stems, leaves, or other tissues.

• Adventitious roots are present in Turnip – Incorrect, turnip has a taproot (main/primary root from radicle) as its edible root, not adventitious roots.