Question
Biology Question on Kingdom Plant
Mycorrhizal roots of____ are associated with some fungal symbionts.
A
Pinus
B
Cedrus
C
Cycas
D
Ginkgo
Answer
Pinus
Explanation
Solution
A mycorrhiza is a symbiotic association of a fungus with a root system. The mycorrhizal roots of Pinus occur near the soil surface. They are devoid of root hair and root cap. The fungus commonly associated with mycorrhizal roots of Pinus is Boletus elegans.