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Key messageRoot anatomical trait variation is describedfor three maize RIL populations. Six quantitative trait loci (QTL) are presented for anatomical traits: root cross-sectional area, % living cortical area, aerenchyma area, and stele area. Abstract Root anatomy is directly related to plant performance, influencing resource acquisition and transport, the metabolic cost of growth, and the...