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Why do deciduous forests shed their leaves in the dry season?

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The trees shed leaves as a sign of a new season.
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The trees shed leaves to limit water loss seen during very dry months.
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The trees shed leaves to welcome new leaves.
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The correct option is B The trees shed leaves to limit water loss seen during very dry months.
The trees shed their leaves during very dry months. Water evaporates through the leaves and so, trees try to conserve moisture by getting rid of the leaves during the dry months.

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