Focuses on the role roots play in the creation of a plant, discussing types of roots and root systems. Includes color photographs, a diagram, and a glossary.

This book provides a basic introduction to roots, covering their sizes, shapes, and colors, as well as their function and uses to humans and other animals.

Provides a brief introduction to roots, including where they can be found, what they look like, and the vital job they do for plants.

Describes what roots look like and how they function in plants.

"Roots help keep plants alive. They take in water and minerals. But do you know how much of a plant is made up of its roots? Or whether roots always grow down? Let's experiment to find out! Learn more about plants in the Plant Experiments series--part of the Lightning Bolt Books collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books bring nonfiction topics to life!"--Provided by the publisher.

"What do plants eat? Why do some plants have flowers and others don't? And what's the tallest plant out there?"--Amazon.com.

"Some of the vegetables we eat are actually roots. What are these root vegetables, and how do roots contribute to the functioning of people and plants beyond the kitchen?"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a complete and comprehensive understanding of the role of roots, their structure and how they are brilliantly designed to do their jobs.

Explains what roots look like and how they function in plants.

A basic introduction to roots, covering their sizes, shapes, and colors, as well as their function and uses to humans and other animals.