Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT an adaptation of plants that helps them survive in deserts?
A) a thick waxy outer coating and needlelike leaves
B) shallow,expansive root systems that can uptake infiltrated water over a broad area
C) succulence (tissues that retain moisture for a long period of time)
D) thin-skinned seeds that can quickly germinate when it rains
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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