root development

Term ID

GO:0048364

Synonyms

Definition

The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the root over time, from its formation to the mature structure. The root is the water- and mineral-absorbing part of a plant which is usually underground, does not bear leaves, tends to grow downwards and is typically derived from the radicle of the embryo.

References

Ontology

GO: Biological Process QuickGO AmiGO

Relationships

is part of: root system development

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has parts: root cap development root meristem growth root morphogenesis root radial pattern formation stele development

root cap development root meristem growth root morphogenesis root radial pattern formation stele development Show first 5 Terms
is a type of: plant organ development

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has subtype: adventitious root development post-embryonic root development primary root development root regeneration

adventitious root development post-embryonic root development primary root development root regeneration Show first 5 Terms
regulated by: regulation of root development

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Phenotype

Phenotype caused by Genes