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Describe the unique features of the following specialized roots in plants. What benefit do plants derive from this type of specialized roots - Mycorrhizae - Root nodules

Biology 2e

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Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

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Chapter30: Plant Form And Physiology

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Problem 12RQ: Roots that enable a plant to grow on another plant are called.______ epiphytic roots prop roots...

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- Mycorrhizae

- Root nodules

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