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ROOT
The Root System
Underground
Anchor the plant in the soil
Absorb water and nutrients
Conduct water and nutrients
Food Storage
Root
Types of Root
A. Tap Root
Continuation of
the primary root
Ideal for
anchorage
Penetration is
greater for water
Storage area for
food made by
photosynthesis
B. Fibrous Roots
Many finely branched
secondary roots
Shallow roots cover a
large area
More effective
absorption
of water and
minerals
Roots hold the soil
to
prevent erosion
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