Question

Mention two adaptations of cacti for life in the desert. What are plants like cacti called? [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

Adaptations: 1 Mark each
Name of plants like cacti: 1 Mark

Any two:
1. Cacti have their leaves reduced to spines to prevent water loss.
2. By storing carbon dioxide during the night and closing their stomata in the morning, they also prevent water loss.
3. The fleshy succulent stems store water and food.
4. They have very efficient roots that go very deep into the soil to get enough water.

Plants like cacti are called xerophytes.