abeka 7th grade science section review 12.2

buttress roots look like large walls of planklike extensions that provide additional support to the stem and prevent the tree from toppling, stilt roots are similar to buttress roots, but they grow from the branches into the soil, prop roots are also similar to buttress roots, but they, unlike the stilt roots, grow from the trunk then down, and finally aerial roots are entirely above ground and may act to stabilize the tree

list and define the four major type of adventitious roots.

they absorb water and minerals, anchor the tree firmly in the soil, and store food

list the three main functions of tree roots.

in the wood of the trunk

where is a tree's xylem tissue located?

Sun leaves

which leaves are usually found at the tops of trees?

terminal bud

which type of bud forms new branches on stem?

a taproots system has a singular main root with several smaller roots branching from it; a spreading root system has no main root and justs spreads out multiple roots

contrast taproots with spreading roots.

the struggle between plants for space, sunlight, water, and etc.

define competition as it relates to trees.