Question : What is meant by modification of root? What type ofmodification of root is found in the : (a) Banyan tree, (b) Turnip, (c) Mangrove trees?

Question : What is meant by modification of root? What type ofmodifica

1.	Question : What is meant by modification of root? What type ofmodification of root is found in the : (a) Banyan tree, (b) Turnip, (c) Mangrove trees?
Answer» Solution :Roots in some plants change their shape and structure and BECOME modified to perform functions other than ABSORPTION and conduction of water and minerals. They are modified for support, STORAGE of food and respiration.(a) Prop roots (adventitious root modification), (b) Napiform roots (tap root modification),(C) Respiratory roots (BRANCH root modification).