What are the functions of roots in plants?
- Anchoring the plant Roots help to anchor the plant firmly into the ground.
- Absorption of water and nutrients from the soil They help plants to absorb water and nutrients from the soil, which are essential for their survival.
- Preventing soil erosion They help to bind the soil particles together, thereby preventing them from being carried away by water or wind.
- Sometimes roots are modified to perform various other functions like reproduction, nutrition, etc.
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