Structure and Function of the Skin. NOTE: This is the Consumer Version. The skin is the bodyâs largest organ. The skin keeps vital chemicals and nutrients in the body while providing a barrier against dangerous substances from entering the body and provides a shield from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun.
root crop. n. A crop, as of turnips or yams, grown for its edible roots. root crop. n. (Agriculture) a crop, as of turnips or beets, cultivated for the food value of its roots. rootâ² crop`. n. a crop, as beets, grown for its roots. root crop. A vegetable, such as beetroot, carrot, parsnip and potato, that is grown for its edible roots.
Growing carrots and other root vegetables in the garden . Vincent A. Fritz. Carrots, beets, parsnips, radishes, turnips, and rutabagas are the most commonly grown root crops. They all have similar cultural requirements and grow best in cool weather. Since they are hardy, they may be planted early in the spring, and left in the garden until fall.