Question

Which among the following is incorrect about climbing roots?

(a) These roots originate from nodes or internodes

(b) They help plant climb on the surface

(c) These roots secrete sticky substances that help the plants to stick on the walls

(d) Climbing roots help in anchoring the plant to the soil

I have been asked this question in final exam.

My question is based upon Flowering Plants Morphology topic in chapter Morphology of Flowering Plants of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) Climbing roots help in anchoring the plant to the soil

The best explanation: Climbing roots originate from nodes or internodes. They help plant climb on the surface. These roots secrete sticky substances that help the plants to stick on the walls. Climbing roots don’t help in anchoring the plant to the soil.