Compare the characteristic features of terrestrial and aquatic plants.
Terrestrial plants Aquatic plants.
(a)Roots _________________ ______________________
(b)Stems _________________ ______________________
(c)Leaves_________________ ______________________
| S. No. | Feature | Terrestrial Plant | Aquatic Plants |
| 1. | Roots | Extensive root system for water and nutrient absorption from the soil. | Usually absent or if present then in reduced form not for the sake of absorption of nutrients. |
| 2. | Leaves | Leaves have stomata on both sides. | Stomata is absent with few exceptions in water surface plants. |
| 3. | Stems | Fully developed stem structure is present. | No obvious stem like structure is present. |