L-2 PLANTS AROUND US

D. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1.Name the two different types of roots.
A. The different types of roots are-
(i) Tap root
(ii) Fibrous root

Q2 Give two examples of plants having fibrous roots.

A. Grass , banana

Q3.Why do aerial roots need to come out of the soil?

A. Aerial roots need to come out of the soil as –
(i) they do not get sufficient oxygen in the marshy areas.
(ii) to get fresh air from the atmosphere. Ex. Mangroves
E. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
Q1. Draw the shape of the taproot and the fibrous root.
A. a. Tap root b. Fibrous root

Q2.In what way (s) is the tap root different from the fibrous
root?
A. Tap root Fibrous root
It is a single long root with There are many roots arising
thin roots arising from it. from the base of the stem.
Ex: rose , neem Ex: grass , banana
Q3 State the two main functions of roots .
A. The two main functions of roots are
i) Absorption- roots absorb water and minerals from
the soil.
ii) Fixation- roots hold the plant upright in the soil.

Q4.In what way are the roots of banyan tree and maize
‘special’?
A i) The roots of banyan tree grow downwards from the
branches and get extra support.
ii) The roots of maize arise from the base of the stem
and help to support the plant.