Thursday, November 14, 2013

Identify and describe modifications of roots, stems, and leaves of different plants. Give one example of each.

Storage roots:  Modified roots that store water or food (e.g. carrots)
Stem tubers:  Horizontal underground stems that store carbohydrates (e.g. potato)
Bulbs:  Modified leaf bases (may be found as underground vertical shoots) that contain layers called scales (e.g. onion)

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