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Mangrove Roots in Mud
Age 9 · Biology
Mangrove trees grow in soft, muddy ground where the soil has very little air. They use special roots to stand steady and to take in air above the mud.
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In the picture
- Arching stilt root
- Pencil-like root tip poking up from the mud
Examples
- A tree propped up by wooden poles
- A snorkel sticking out of water
Key takeaways
- Stilt roots keep the tree steady in soft mud.
- Aerial roots take in air from above the mud.
Quiz: Mangrove Roots in Mud (Age 9)
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Why do mangrove trees need special roots above the mud?
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What do arching stilt roots help a mangrove tree do?
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What do the pencil-like root tips that poke up from the mud do?
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