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no hydrophytes do not have cuticles because these plants live in well watered environment that's why they have no any problem of water loss. Cuticle is a lipid layer which prevents water loss . i think it is clear now.if you have any problem you can ask any question at sameerkhan10512@Yahoo.com

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plants do that is how they get there green color a absorb water

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This is because green algae are always in water. So, they don't need to prevent water loss because they're always in contact with water.

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The waxy lipid coating on plant leaves is called a cuticle.

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Cuticle is a useful adaptation in plants but not algae because plants need a way to retain water and algae obtains water and other materials directly from the water around them.

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Because it is.

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Why don't green algae have cuticle?

This is because green algae are always in water. So, they don't need to prevent water loss because they're always in contact with water.


How is blue green algae made?

blue green algae is formed when the water in which it is in doesnt wash away and decompose the harsh chemicals.


Why is cuticle a useful adaptation in plants but not in algae?

The cuticle is a useful adaptation in plants but not in algae because: in order for plants to live on land, they need a cuticle to prevent water loss during dry climates. Algae live in the water, therefore they don't need a cuticle to survive. They use their adaptations to absorb the water and nutrients around their watery environments. Source: My straight "A" brain


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Why is a cuticle a useful adaptations in plants but not in algae?

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