Question
Differentiate between tap root and fibrous root.
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Answer
| Tap root | Fibrous root |
| $1.$ Tap root has only one main and long root. The smaller roots that grow from the main root are called lateral roots. | Fibrous roots do not have a main root. All roots seem similar. |
| $2.$ Tap root goes deep into the soil | They do not go deep into the soil. These are found in plants which have parallel venation in their leaves. |
| $3.$ Tap roots are found in plants which have reticulate venation in their leaves. |
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