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ABSORPTION
Root
Underground portion of the plant
body which serves to anchor the plant
body to the ground, absorb water and
inorganic nutrients and conduct water
and mineral nutrients.
1. Primary root
Develop from the hypocotyls (or its lower
tip, the radicle) of the embryo.
3. Adventitious roots
Develop directly from the stems and
leaves.
1. Taproot system
Derives directly from the first root that
emerge from a seed that enlarges and forms a
prominent central root that is called the taproot.
(e.g. dicots)
SPECIALIZED ROOTS
1. Fleshy or enlarged roots are specialized to
store food and other materials.
According to shape:
Reminders
September 11, 2012 (Tuesday)
Quiz on Digestion and Absorption
Discussion on Translocation
Bring index card and 2 bond papers
September 13, 2012 (Thursday)
Quiz on Translocation
Practical Exam (50 points)
Submission of Lab reports
Late submission of Lab Reports will not be accepted!