Regions of Root
Four distinct regions/ zones are present in any true root:
- The root cap
- Areas of meristematic activity (cell division)
- Elongation (which causes the root to lengthen as it grows)
- Maturation (where root hairs emerge). Since the cells differentiate into several primary tissue types, the maturation region is also referred to as the region of differentiation.
Tap Root Diagram
Taproot Diagram illustrates that a taproot is the thick primary root of a plant that develops vertically downward into the soil and branches out into smaller lateral roots. Plants usually have one of two root systems: a taproot system or a fibrous root system. In contrast to fibrous roots, which are thin and branched, taproots have a conspicuous central axis. In this article, we will study the characteristics and functions of the taproot with a well-labeled diagram showing its different parts and structure.
Table of Content
- What are Tap Roots?
- Diagram of Tap Root
- Structure of Tap Root
- Regions of Root
- Characteristics of Taproots
- Functions of Tap Root
- Types of Tap Root
- Examples of Tap Root
- Adaptations of Taproots
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