Question 1(i)Giving examples, differentiate between Tap root and Fibrous root

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Differences between Tap Root and Fibrous Root:Tap rootFibrous rootThere is one large, thick main root.There is a cluster of root of the same thickness.Penetrates deeply into the soil.Does not penetrate deeply, is shallow.Tap roots are found in dicot plants.Fibrous roots are found in monocot plants.Example — Gram, Pea.Example — Maize, Grass.

Tap root	Fibrous root
There is one large, thick main root.	There is a cluster of root of the same thickness.
Penetrates deeply into the soil.	Does not penetrate deeply, is shallow.
Tap roots are found in dicot plants.	Fibrous roots are found in monocot plants.
Example — Gram, Pea.	Example — Maize, Grass.

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