Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 256

Question: Prop roots of Banyan tree are meant for [CPMT 1983]

Options:

A) Respiration

B) Absorption of water from soil

C) Retention of water in soil

D) Providing support to big tree

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Prop or pillar or columnar roots: They are pillar-like roots which give extra mechanical support to heavy stem branches, e.g., Banyan tree.