The Root
Chapter Name : Morphology Of Flowering Plants |
Sub Topic Code : 103_11_05_01_02 |
Topic Name : The Root |
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Sub Topic Name : Modification Of Root |
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Introduction
modified roots - Roots in some plants change their shape and structure to perform various other functions.
Pre-Requisites:
What are the different kinds of modifications in a root.
Activity:
You can observe your gardens and see if any of the plants in your garden show root modification.
Real Life Question:
Do all plants undergo root modification?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Carrots and turnips | The tap root of these plants get swollen up to store food. |
| Banyan tree | The hanging roots in this plant are called as prop roots which are used to support the tree |
| Maize and sugarcane | Roots of these plants have supporting roots coming out from lower node of the stem. these are called stilt roots |
| Rhizophora | Roots of this plant come out of ground and grow vertically upwards. These help to get oxygen for respiration |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
Modification of root help the plant to survive in extreme conditions
Places to visit :
gardens, parks, agricultural fields.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Carrots and potatoes | These are vegetable which grow underground and show presence of roots. |
What you learn in Theory:
Various modifications of roots.
What you learn in Practice:
Why roots get modified.