Roots

What type of root system does this carrot have?

• Tap Root

• Fibrous Root

What type of root does a beet have?

• Tap root

• Fibrous root

Tap root systems have

• a large central root and smaller roots that come out of it

• no roots at all

• a bunch of small, thin roots that come directly from the stem

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Fibrous root systems have

• a large central root and smaller roots that come out of it

• no roots at all

• a bunch of small, thin roots that come directly from the stem

What type of root does a dandelion have?

• Tap root

• Fibrous root

What type of root does a radish have?

• Tap root

• Fibrous root

What is the primary function of a plant's roots?

• To protect the plant from insects that live in the ground

• To keep the soil from washing away

• To help the plant get food

• To help the plant eat soil

Which of the following parts of a plant absorbs water from the soil?

• Root

• Stem

• Leaf

• Flower

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The main purpose of the root is to -

• anchor plant to the ground

• take in water and minerals

• store water

• All of the above.

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When a seed sprouts, what is the first part of the plant to grow?

• leaves

• roots

• flowers

• stem