Give differences: Dicot root and Monocot root.

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$(1)$ Exodermis is not distinct under the epidermis.$(1)$ Exodermis is present below the epidermis.
$(2)$ In the endodermis,thickening is in the form of Casparian strips.$(2)$ In the endodermis,thickening is $C$-shaped or $U$-shaped.
$(3)$ Xylem and phloem bundles are fewer in number (usually $2$ to $4$).$(3)$ Many xylem and phloem bundles are present (polyarch condition).
$(4)$ Root is typically tetrarch.$(4)$ Root is polyarch.
$(5)$ Phloem parenchyma is present.$(5)$ Phloem parenchyma is absent.
$(6)$ Secondary growth occurs in older roots.$(6)$ Secondary growth is absent.
$(7)$ Pith is small or absent.$(7)$ Pith is large and well-developed.

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