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Adaptations in Desert Organisms

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The following are the characteristics of a plant.
Where can you possibly find this plant?

A

Submerged in water

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Deserts

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Grasslands

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Cold mountains

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Solution

The correct option is B Deserts
Desert plants have needle-like leaves (leaves modified into thorns). This helps in minimising water loss through transpiration. Water loss is also minimised by a thick waxy coating on their stem. Their stem is also fleshy and store food and water. Their roots penetrate deep into the soil to fulfil their water requirements.

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