Root Systems

Match the following

• Zone where cells are actively dividing, located under root cap.

• SECONDARY ROOT GROWTH

• Cells arrange themselves to form the tubes needed to make vascular tissue for water/nutrients.

• ZONE OF CELL DIVISION

• Root grows fatter

• ZONE OF DIFFERENTIATION

• Root grows longer

• PRIMARY ROOT GROWTH

Label type of root system for A & B.

b

a

Taproot

Fibrous Root

Which is NOT a function of the roots of a plant?

• Absorb water

• Produce seeds

• Provide support

• Store food

Which is NOT considered a plant organ?

• Seeds

• Stems

• Flowers

• Roots

• Leaves

Why would a plant with a taproot be more likely to survive in an area with little rainfall than a plant with fibrous roots?

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Label the three zones of cell division in a root.

a

b

c

Zone of cell division

Zone of cell differentiation

Zone of cell elongation