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How a shallow widespread root system would help a cactus to survive in desert environment?
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How can thick waxy skin help cactus survive?
A cactus' waxy skin helps it retain moisture in desert climates.
How are a camel and cactus useful in a desert?
b'coz they need less water to survive
Why is the saguaro cactus the center of life in the desert?
It provides animals in the desert what they need to survive . It gives them food ,some a home and let's the other cactus be there after it dies.
Why does a cactus grow in deserts?
The cactus has a number of structural adaptations that allow it to live in the harsh conditions of the desert. Many other plants lack these adaptations and cannot survive in a desert.
Where could a cactus not survive?
Cactus will rot if they do not get a chance to dry out after being exposed to water. They evolved in dry climates and have not developed any self protection against dangerous organisms that thrive in dampness.
What is the most widespread cactus?
the most widespread cactus is prickly pear
Can a cactus survive in a temperate rainforest?
no,there would be little change because the cactus wont be able to adapt to the environment.
How does cactus plant survive in hot environment?
it stores water in its large stem
How does the stem of a cactus help it survive in a environment?
The stem of a cactus is able to store water during rainy periods for use during a drought.
How does cactus plant survive in a hot environment?
it stores water in its large stem
Why does not cactus survive in north?
no,a cactus can't survive in northpole because it will become frozen and it would die. Cactus can almostly survive in any climate. In northpole it is very cold and the cactus is not adapted to low temperatures. Cactus need warmth and in northpole there is freezing weather and freezing water, cactus can't survive in northpole.
Does a cactus have shallow roots?
Some cacti have shallow roots. Other cacti have long tap roots.
Can a cactus survive in the hottest part of the desert?
yes a cactus will survive because it stores water in its trunk for when it needs it most
How do Mexican poppies survive in the desert?
They survive by doing what a cactus does
How does a cactus survive in its environment?
they eat cheese i do like a pork pie is what they think to them selves so they go shopping and then raid the stor like a PRO!!!
Can cactus survive in north pole?
No
how is the cactus adapted-to-its environment?
Cacti usually have a waxy coating on their leaves to minimise water evaporation. They also have a shallow root system - so they can absorb any rainfall as soon as it hits the ground.
