Roots That Arise from Branches or Vertical Stems, and That

question 84

Multiple Choice

Roots that arise from branches or vertical stems, and that are used to support a plant in an upright position, are referred to as:

• A) prop roots.
• B) contractile roots.
• C) pneumatophores.
• D) lateral roots.
• E) tap roots.

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