NEET Biology question

Radish is a modified root and an example of

(A)Napiform root
(B)Fusiform rootCorrect
(C)Conical
(D)Tuberous root

Answer: (B)

Solution

Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a modified tap root that stores food and becomes spindle-shaped, swollen in the middle and gradually tapering towards both ends — this shape is called fusiform. Napiform roots (e.g. turnip) are broad and disc-like

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