What is meant by root pocket in hydrophytes?

Answer 1

Root-pockets - These are basically root caps but have lost there utility due to non use .

This is because the roots of the plants that hang freely in water have no friction or resistance from the soil particles to overcome .

So root pockets are vestigeal ( Non functional ) root caps .

Once removed ; there are not regenerated .

Found only in floating aquatic plants like Pistia ; Water hyacinth and trapa .

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Answer 2

Root pockets in hydrophytes are specialized structures found in aquatic plants that allow for gas exchange while submerged in water. They are small openings in the roots that facilitate the absorption of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide, ensuring that the plant can respire efficiently under submerged conditions.