The type of root that is modified for food storage, as in carrot and radish, is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The type of root that is modified for food storage, as in carrot and radish, is:
A. Fibrous root
B. Adventitious root
C. Taproot
D. Prop root
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Carrot and radish are examples of modified taproots where the primary root swells to store food. Prop roots are adventitious (banyan), fibrous roots are fine and branching (grasses), adventitious arise from stems/leaves.

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