Assertion : Root pockets are similar in all terms to root caps
Reason : Root caps and root pocket have the ability to regenerate.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

D

Explanation

The difference between a root cap and a root pocket is that root pocket have lost the protective function due to non use as roots in hydrophytes that are free floating. They need not to penetrate the hard soil. Root pockets do not have the ability to regenerate. Ex: Pistia, water hyacinth.