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​There are so many roots and there are 2 root systems. The 2 root systems are called 1. Shoot system 2. Root system. it is not that complicated to memorize. Ill be explaining about all the systems and types of roots in this lesson.

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LETS START!​

About Roots​

Types of roots​

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In this type of root system, the plant has a main root which is called tap root . It is a long and thick root​ which grows straight downwards into the ground Eg: Carrot,Pea

Tap Root​

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A fibrous root has many branches and sub branches​ with fibre like root hair. The branches originate from the base of the stem and spread downwards in the ground.

Eg : ​ Grass , wheat and sugercane

​​Fibrous Root

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1 As root grow , they bind the plant​ firmly to the soil . thus , even when a strong wind blows , the plants do not get . uprooted

2. Roots absorb water and minerals from the soil and send them up into the stem and other parts of the plant.

3. Roots bind the soil​ and prevent soil erosion

Functions of roots

3 types of functions of a root​

Roots do not always grow under the ground. The banyan tree has rope like roots hanging on its branches​to the soil. these roots give extra support to the heavy branches . Roots like his that hangs on air are called aerial roots.

Aerial Root​

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Such roots have buds​ close to the surface of the ground. These buds can grow into a new independent plant . When the plant grows it has propagating roots to make the plant live a little more longer.

Propagating Root​

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​Water Storing Roots store water, making it easier for plants to survive longer and in dry summer months. pumpkin and gourd are examples of such roots.

Water Storing Root​

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The part of a plant which grows above the soil is called shoot system.​

Shoot System​

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The part of a plant which grows underneath the soil is called shoot system.​

Root Systems​

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​1 get a container and put some cotton in next put the 3 small onions in on top of the cotton and put some water.

water it everyday and watch it grow!​

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Materials

1. 3 Small onions

2. Cotton

3. ​Any container

4. Water​

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Activity Time!​

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