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Ephemerals are xerophytes that are

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Drought enduring
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Drought escaping
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Drought resisting
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Drought escaping
Xerophytes are plants growing in water scarce environment. They are the plants of dry habitats. Ephemerals are drought escapers. These plants live for a brief period during the short span of rains. The rest of the year is passed in the form of seeds, e.g., Euphorbia, Boerhaavia, Tribulus terrestris etc.
So, the correct answer is 'Drought escaping'

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