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Apart from conduction, roots help in breathing. Discuss.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Role of Roots**: Roots are primarily known for their role in conduction, which involves the absorption of water and nutrients from the soil and transporting them to different parts of the plant. However, roots also play a crucial role in respiration. 2. **Breathing in Plants**: In certain environments, especially in marshy or saline areas, the soil can become waterlogged, making it difficult for roots to access oxygen. This is where specialized adaptations come into play. 3. **Mangrove Forests**: Mangrove forests are found in coastal regions where the soil is often saturated with saltwater. The plants in these areas have adapted to their environment by developing roots that can help them breathe. ...
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  2. Apart from conduction, roots help in breathing. Discuss.

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  4. Identify the parts A, B, C, D, E and F

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  5. What are the major functions of A?

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  6. List out the vegetative parts from the given figure.

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  7. What is the function of C?

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  8. Distinguish between rhizome and stem tuber.

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  10. Give reason why the stem is green and fleshy in cactus.

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  11. Identify the parts of a leaf A, B, C, D.

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  12. Give the functions of A and B.

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  13. Identify whether the leaf is simple or compound. Justify.

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  14. Where are stomata present and what is its function?

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  15. Give examples for the following. Plant that does not bear leaf.

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  16. Give examples for the following. Plant that has variegated leaf

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  17. Give examples for the following. Plant in which leaf is modified in...

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  18. Give examples for the following. Xerophytic plant with spiny leave...

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