Rhizoplane is________?
Correct answer: C. Root surface
- A. An area of soil from root surface to 5 cm
- B. Area within the roots
- C. Root surface
- D. All of them
Explanation
The rhizoplane is the actual root surface, including the immediate surface zone where roots interact with soil microorganisms. Soil extending outward from the root is called the rhizosphere, not the rhizoplane.
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