Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 272

Question: Haustoria are

Options:

A) Epiphytic roots

B) Hygroscopic roots

C) Reproductive roots

D) Parasitic roots

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Haustorial (Parasitic) roots: The roots of parasitic plants, which penetrate into the host tissues to absorb nourishment, are called haustorial roots.