Root Systems (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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How many main types of root systems are there?
How many main types of root systems are there?
Three
What grows from the main root in a tap root system?
What grows from the main root in a tap root system?
Lateral roots
Which type of plant typically has tap root systems?
Which type of plant typically has tap root systems?
Dicotyledons
What is the main characteristic of fibrous roots?
What is the main characteristic of fibrous roots?
Many roots all the same size
Which type of plant typically has fibrous root systems?
Which type of plant typically has fibrous root systems?
Monocotyledons
What are adventitious roots?
What are adventitious roots?
Roots in unusual or unexpected places
What is the function of the root cap?
What is the function of the root cap?
Protect root tip as it grows through soil
What process takes place in a meristem?
What process takes place in a meristem?
Cell division (mitosis)
What stimulates cells to grow longer in the zone of elongation?
What stimulates cells to grow longer in the zone of elongation?
Plant growth regulators (auxins)
What is the function of dermal tissue?
What is the function of dermal tissue?
Protect the plant
What is the function of root hairs?
What is the function of root hairs?
Increase surface area for absorption
What shape does xylem always form in the vascular tissue of a dicot root?
What shape does xylem always form in the vascular tissue of a dicot root?
An 'X'