What is the potential significance of root exudates?

What will be an ideal response?


ANSWER: Root exudates are organic compounds such as carbohydrates, enzymes and other proteins
that are released into the soil by roots. These root exudates may improve a plant’s access to
particular nutrients. Root exudates may also promote the growth of soil organisms that
convert nitrogen into a chemical form plant roots can absorb.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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