In certain plants,some of the roots may be modified to carry out unusual functions.Which of these is not an example of one of these special functions?

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Roots modified to discourage herbivores is not a common or recognized function of specialized roots. Roots typically serve functions such as absorption of water and nutrients (A), storage of food or water (B), photosynthesis in some cases like in mangroves (C), or parasitizing other plants as seen in parasitic plants like mistletoe (D).

In Certain Plants,some of the Roots May Be Modified to Carry