The Primary Root of a Plant That Enlarges and Persists

question 26

Multiple Choice

The primary root of a plant that enlarges and persists throughout the life of the plant is:

• A)A fibrous root
• B)A companion root
• C)Rhizome
• D)Stolon
• E)A taproot

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Definitions:

Mitochondrial Matrix

The innermost compartment of the mitochondrion, enclosed by the inner membrane, containing enzymes, DNA, and ribosomes for energy production.

Pyruvate

A key intermediate compound in cellular metabolism formed from the glycolysis of glucose.

Alcoholic Fermentation

A biochemical process by which sugars are converted into ethanol and carbon dioxide by the action of yeast or bacteria.

Lactate Fermentation

An anaerobic metabolic process by which glucose or other six-carbon sugars are converted into cellular energy and the metabolite lactate.