Which of these is not a modification for preventing water loss in Pinus?

sunken stomata

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phylloclade

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leaves persist only for few years

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all of these

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Solution

The correct option is C
leaves persist only for few years

In conifers, the needle-like leaves reduce the surface area. Their thick cuticle and sunken stomata also help to reduce water loss.

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