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What kind of tree absorb water through their roots?
There are a variety of types of trees that absorb a lot of water. One of the most popular trees is the weeping willow.
What do land plants such as large trees get their water from?
All plants, including trees get their water from the earth through their roots with just a few exceptions.
What is it called when trees absorb water through their roots and release it through their leaves into the air?
This process is called transpiration.
How do oak trees get there water?
Through a series of capillary bodies that we so commonly call, roots.
Do aspen trees have roots growing down?
Aspen trees roots will grow to where the water is.
What is the process in which water is evaporated from trees?
Osmosis through the roots, then capillary action up the trunk and branches.
What is the water system?
The roots of trees
Why do trees have needle like leaves?
Deciduous trees are trees that lose their leaves. Trees that don't lose their leaves are "Evergreens". Evergreen trees have needles, instead of flat leaves, to survive winter hardship. Needles cut evaporation so trees can save water - dear in the winter. Not all trees that bear needles are evergreen, for example the larch drops it's needles in the Autumn.
Do plants lose water to the air through their roots?
Not really. The roots take in water, which passes up through the plant, carrying nourishment as it goes. Any excess water leaves through the leaves! On the other hand, if the roots are exposed and are still white, (as opposed to the dark brown barked roots that trees often have) they can loose lots of water. It's best to keep them covered.
How are needles an advantage to trees in the boreal forest?
Fir, spruce, hemlock, and other coniferous trees all have thick, waxy needles that prevent water from evaporating
Why do conifers have leaves like needle?
Deciduous trees are trees that lose their leaves. Trees that don't lose their leaves are "Evergreens". Evergreen trees have needles, instead of flat leaves, to survive winter hardship. Needles cut evaporation so trees can save water - dear in the winter. Not all trees that bear needles are evergreen, for example the larch drops it's needles in the Autumn.
Why do you water Christmas trees when they are already dead?
== == If you don't water them, they will get dried out and drop needles.
