Roots

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Roots

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Roots have a root cap at their tip that protects the growing meristem and helps in penetrating the soil. Therefore, only option B is correct. The other options are incorrect because:
A) Roots can have different types of root systems (taproot or fibrous), and not all roots have a fibrous root system.
C) Branches are not formed from axillary buds on roots, but on the stem.
D) Roots are not commonly photosynthetic, as they are mostly underground and not exposed to sunlight.
E) Some roots do show secondary growth, especially woody roots in some species.