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Yes. Cacti photosynthesise through their bodies, not their thorn-like leaves which have no chloroplasts.
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Why do cacti have succulent stems?
The succulent stems act as a sponge to soak up and store water when it is available.
Why is the stem of cactus fleshy?
Cacti have thick, fleshy stems because water is stored in them. The stems are green so that cacti can live by photosynthesis, the process by which organisms containing chlorophyll transform light energy into chemical energy. ... Thick, waxy coating on succulent stems of cacti keeps water from evaporating from inside.
Why don't cacti dry out in the desert?
Cacti are able to store water in their stems during times of rain to use during periods of drought.
How do cacti reduce water loss?
Cactus are able to conserve water due to their stems. They have stems that are able to store water for when it is needed.
Which type of desert plants store water in the tissues of its leaves and stems?
Succulents, including cacti, store water in leaves and stems.
Describe one extra functions of cacti swollen and green stems. Explain how it helps cacti survive in the desert?
they store water and reduce transpiration
How does cactus adapd to desert life?
Cacti are able to store water in their fleshy stems.
Why do plant like protists not have leaves roots stems?
Plantlike protists can move around and still photosynthesize.
Why the stem of cactus is deep and fleshy?
Cacti have thick, fleshy stems because water is stored in them. The stems are green so that cacti can live by photosynthesis, the process by which organisms containing chlorophyll transform light energy into chemical energy. ... Thick, waxy coating on succulent stems of cacti keeps water from evaporating from inside.
What is a cactus adaptation in the desert?
Most cacti are able to store water in their stems for periods of drought.
Does a cactus grows from leaves?
Cacti do not have leaves. However, some species can be propagated by cuttings from the stems.
How do cacti live in areas where water is scarce?
Cacti are capable of storing water in their fleshy stems during times of rainfall. They then rely on this stored water during times of drought.
