Which statement is NOT true about root adaptations in plants?

A. Some plants have very poorly developed roots or none at all.
B. Parasitic plants have root adaptations called haustoria that draw nutrients from the host.
C. Bacteria of the genusĀ RhizobiumĀ live in root nodules in legumes, producing available nitrogen that the plant uses.
D. Some plants, including orchids, require the presence of fungal symbionts to survive.
E. Fungal mycorrhizae depend on plants for the fungus's supply of water and minerals.


Answer: E

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