The primary root of a plant that enlarges and persists throughout the life of the plant is the

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A taproot is a primary root that forms from the embryonic root and is larger and more persistent than other roots. It grows vertically deep into the soil, with smaller lateral roots branching off from it. Examples of plants with taproots include carrots, radishes, and oak trees. The other options (fibrous root, companion root, rhizome, stoma) do not describe a primary root that enlarges and persists throughout the life of the plant.

The Primary Root of a Plant That Enlarges and Persists