Answer to Question #145592 in Zoology for MG

Question

3. Which of the two root systems is most advantageous to the plant? Explain.

Answer 1

The two root systems are both advantageous to plants where one fails the other succeeds vice versa. It also depends on the environment. Tap root system is more drought resistant as the roots go deep into the soil to get water. on the other hand the Fibrous root system is more adapted to fertilizer use as the root can easily take up nutrients on the surface and it also has a larger surface area for nutrient absorption. So the advantages offered by the different root system is as a result of the environment, the soil and other factors.