everyday science MCQ #1258

A sandalwood tree is considered a:

everyday science MCQ #1258

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A sandalwood tree is considered a:

    • A) Partial root parasite
    • B) Stem parasite
    • C) Total stem parasite
    • D) Total root parasite

    Answer: Partial root parasite

    Explanation: The sandalwood tree (Santalum album) is a partial root parasite — it photosynthesizes its own food but obtains water and minerals by attaching haustoria to the roots of host plants.