Which one of the following is not a characteristic feature of the roots of a Banyan tree?

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  1. Roots provide support to trees like pillars.
  2. Roots hang down from the branches.
  3. There are underground roots.
  4. Roots store food.

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Option 3 : There are underground roots.
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The correct answer is There are underground roots.

Key Points

  • The characteristic features of the roots of a Banyan tree include roots hanging down from the branches, underground roots, and roots providing support to trees like pillars.
  • Its roots are known as prop roots.
  • A banyan tree is believed to be the world's biggest tree in terms of the area it covers.
  • A banyan tree can reach up to a height of 30m.
  • It is also the national tree of India.

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