Question

The plants in the image given below, store water in their stems in order to _____________.

• A. keep insects away
• B. keep humans away
• C. survive in dry conditions
• D. survive in cold conditions

Answer 1

The correct option is C survive in dry conditions

The image given is of a cactus plant.
Cactus is a desert plant that has spines (modified leaves). These help them reduce water loss. They also have a thick fleshy stem to store water. These modifications help them to survive in the dry conditions.