Root Anatomy & Functions

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of roots in plants?

• Photosynthesis

• Nutrient absorption

• Reproduction

• Support

Multiple Select

What are the functions of the roots? (Select two answers)

• Absorbing Water and Minerals

• Attracting Insects

• Anchoring the Plant

• Performing Photosynthesis

• Making Nectar

Multiple Choice

Plant roots have extensions called root hairs. These root hairs are important in the homeostasis of the plant. Which statement best explains the importance of the root hairs to the stems and leaves of the plant?

• root hairs convert minerals into glucose for immediate use by cells

• root hairs decrease the need for osmosis and diffusion in vascular tissue

• root hairs prevent water loss in leaves through transpiration and gas exchange

• root hairs increase the surface area of the roots for nutrient and water absorption

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of the taproot system in plants?

• Food storage

• Water storage

• Support

• Nutrient absorption

Multiple Choice

What are the benefits of a fibrous root system?

• Prevents soil erosion

• Absorbs surface water quickly

• Supports large plants

• Increases soil temperature

Multiple Choice

What are the three types of roots mentioned in the image?

• Lateral roots

• Adventitious roots

• Modified roots

• All of the above

Open Ended

What is the difference between taproot and fibrous root systems?

Multiple Choice

All of the following are functions of the roots except.

• Absorb water and minerals

• Store food

• Anchor the plant

• Collect Sunlight for photosynthesis

Multiple Choice

What is the first structure that emerges from the seed when growing?

• Secondary Roots

• Terminal Bud

• Primary Root

• Baby Root

Multiple Choice

Where is the apical meristem located on the root?

• Tip of the root

• Middle of the root

• Inside the root

• Outside the stem

Multiple Choice

What is the job of the root cap?

• Store food

• Collect sunlight

• Protect the root from damage

• Absorb water and minerals

Multiple Choice

Where does water and minerals enter on the root?

• Epidermis

• Primary Root

• Root Cap

• Apical Meristem

Multiple Choice

What do root hairs provide for the roots?

• Protection

• Increase surface area for more water and minerals to enter

• Decrease surface area for more water and minerals to enter

• Sunlight

Multiple Choice

What kind of root system is this?

• Fibrous Root

• Taproot

• Adventitious Root

Multiple Choice

Is a taproot a monocot or dicot?

• Monocot

• Dicot

Multiple Choice

What type of root system is this?

• Fibrous Root

• Taproot

• Adventitious Root

Multiple Choice

Is a Fibrous Root system a monocot or dicot?

• Monocot

• Dicot

Multiple Choice

What color are healthy root systems?

• Grey

• Black

• White

• Dispersed Evenly

Multiple Choice

An onion is an example of a

• Bulb

• Tuber

• Stolon

• Rhizome

Multiple Choice

A potato is an example of a

• Tuber

• Bulb

• Stolon

• Rhizome

Multiple Choice

This type of stem grows underground horizontally.

• Stolon

• Rhizome

• Bulb

• Tuber

Multiple Choice

This type of modified stem grows above ground, horizontally (strawberries have this type of stem).

• Stolon

• Rhizome

• Bulb

• Tuber

Multiple Choice

True or false: a tulip bulb is technically a root.

• True

• False