Lateral roots arise from

The essential functions of roots are anchorage and absorption of water and minerals in terrestrial plants. What functions are associated with the roots of aquatic plants? How are the roots of aquatic plants and terrestrial plants different?

Dead cells of the root cap are supplied by:

Select the correct statements.
$I$. From the region of elongation,some of the epidermal cells form root hairs.
$II$. Pneumatophores are seen in $Rhizophora$.
$III$. Adventitious roots are seen in the banyan tree.
$IV$. Maize and sugarcane have prop roots.

The origin of lateral roots in plants is:

Which portion of the root absorbs both water and minerals?