Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the vegetable-carrot?
(A) Fibrous root
(B) Tap root
(C) Aerial root
(D) Storage root
Choose the correct answer from the codes below:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) (B) and (D) are correct.
Explanation:
● A carrot is a modified Tap root (Statement B) that grows deep into the ground.
● It also functions as a Storage root (Statement D) because it stores food (carbohydrates) for the plant's growth.
● Therefore, both statements B and D accurately describe the biological structure of a carrot.
Information Booster:
● Fibrous roots (Statement A) are a network of thin roots near the soil surface, common in grasses like wheat and maize.
● Aerial roots (Statement C) grow from the branches above the ground, like in the Banyan tree.
Additional Knowledge:
● Carrots are rich in Beta-carotene, which the human body converts into Vitamin A.
● Other examples of storage taproots include radish and beetroot.