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Why do some desert plants need deep roots?
To go deep for any moister resources the can reach.
Why can plants in the desert survive?
Desert plants have several adaptations that allow them to survive. Their roots go deeper than plants in moister climates, to maximize water intake. They don't have leaves, which allow water to evaporate.
What do you eat when you are stranded in a desert?
Basically, you will eat whatever you brought with you unless you have some way to capture some animals for food or are very familiar with the edible plants of the area.
Where do animals go on hot days in the desert?
Some animals go into underground burrows, some animals simply hide out in the shade of desert trees and shrubs.
What plants live on the Lut desert?
i am pretty sure that it is like other deserts. for more information go to google.com!
Why can't plants in the desert live in salt water?
Plants can not grow everywhere in a desert because of it's lack of water it gets. So plants only grow in certain spots in deserts, and these locations are uncommon. So they are spread far apart.
Why do desert plants go mushy?
Desert plants, such as cacti, would only 'go mushy' if they were rotting from too much water or because of a harsh freeze. A few years back in 2011 the area of the desert in which I live in Texas experienced an unprecedented sudden cold snap that lasted for three days. The temperature dropped to near 0 degrees F and stayed well below freezing for about 72 hours. Many cacti, some of them many, many years old, froze solid. When it finally warmed up, they turned to mush inside and were dead.
What are some desert plant adaptations?
All plants living in the desert are able to live with little water. They have adaptations that permit them to survive in almost permanent drought conditions. Some plants can store water in times of plenty to use in times when little rain falls. Some plants have long tap roots that are able to go deep below the surface where water is available. Some plants basically shut down during droughts and revive again when it rains.Cacti and other succulents store water.Mesquites are an example of a plant with a long tap root.Creosote bush and ocotillo shut down until water is available.
How deep do roots of desert plant go?
The depth of the roots of desert plants can vary depending on the species and the availability of water. In general, desert plant roots can reach depths of 1-10 meters to access water sources deep underground. These deep roots help desert plants survive in arid environments by tapping into water reserves below the surface.
How long can indoor plants go without water before they start to wilt or show signs of dehydration?
Indoor plants can typically go about 1-2 weeks without water before they start to wilt or show signs of dehydration.
What plant doesn't need much water and lives in the desert?
All plants living in the desert are able to live with little water. They have adaptations that permit them to survive in almost permanent drought conditions. Some plants can store water in times of plenty to use in times when little rain falls. Some plants have long tap roots that are able to go deep below the surface where water is available. Some plants basically shut down during droughts and revive again when it rains.Cacti and other succulents store water.Mesquites are an example of a plant with a long tap root.Creosote bush and ocotillo shut down until water is available.
Why do desert plants have shallow roots?
Desert plants have shallow roots to maximize water absorption during infrequent rainfall events. Shallow roots allow them to quickly capture and store water near the surface before it evaporates in the harsh desert environment. Additionally, shallow roots help desert plants access nutrients that are more abundant in the topsoil layers.
