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Six most essential Characteristics of the roots

Six most essential Characteristics of the roots. Root is the descending portion of the axis of the embryo and grows away from light. It is nongreen in colour. Exceptional cases are seen in the aerial roots of Tinospora..

By Ajay|2011-06-18T10:06:55+00:00June 18, 2011|Botany|Comments Off

How is water and minerals transported from the roots to upper parts of plants ?

The water and minerals absorbed by roots are conducted upwards to the leaves, flowers and other parts of the plant. It takes place through xylem tubes. The upward movement of sap that contains war and minerals is called ascent of sap.

By Nirmala Agarwal|2011-01-04T13:56:12+00:00January 4, 2011|Biology|Comments Off

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