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The only part of it underwater are its stem and roots. The leaf stays at the top all the time to get sunlight. The stem is corkscrew shaped, which allows the leaf to go up and down with the water level.
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∙ 11y agoThey dig their roots into the soil in the water which helps thm receive nutrients.
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Why can't a plant that lives under water survive in a forest?
Certain plants (such as underwater ones) can survive being flooded in water. Plants can survive underwater because the sun's rays can penetrate water.
Is it true if a baby is born underwater it can survive underwater?
If a baby is born underwater using the birthing method known as "Water birth" (a method of giving birth, which involves immersion in warm water.) it can survive underwater momentarily until you take it out of the water and takes its first breath. This is not to say that a baby born in water becomes capable of extended survival underwater like mythical mermaid.
What few plants produce seeds that germinate successfully underwater?
rice. water lily. seaweed
Why do water lily and lotus survived well in watery environment?
they can survive because of their roots
Can a cell survive under water?
Yes, some types of cells can survive underwater. Aquatic organisms are adapted to life in water and have specialized features that enable them to obtain oxygen and nutrients underwater. However, it is important to note that not all cells can survive indefinitely under water, as prolonged exposure to water can lead to cell damage or death.
How can plants survive under water?
Certain plants (such as underwater ones) can survive being flooded in water. Plants can survive underwater because the sun's rays can penetrate water.
Why can a water lily not survive in a dessert?
Because water lily is an aquatic plant and it requires plenty of water for its survival.
Why can't a plant that lives under water survive in a forest?
Certain plants (such as underwater ones) can survive being flooded in water. Plants can survive underwater because the sun's rays can penetrate water.
Where do sharks live and why?
underwater they need water to survive.
Why lily plant cannot survive without water?
There are no plants nor animals that can survive without water.
Why can't a water lily survive in the desert?
it will die of lack of water
Why could a plant that lives underwater survive in the desert?
Some underwater plants have protective layers between their saltwater environment and the water in their internal cells. Even so, an underwater plant is very unlikely to survive where there is insufficient water.
Is it true if a baby is born underwater it can survive underwater?
If a baby is born underwater using the birthing method known as "Water birth" (a method of giving birth, which involves immersion in warm water.) it can survive underwater momentarily until you take it out of the water and takes its first breath. This is not to say that a baby born in water becomes capable of extended survival underwater like mythical mermaid.
What few plants produce seeds that germinate successfully underwater?
rice. water lily. seaweed
Does an octopus live out of water?
If you mean, can it live out of water, no.It needs to be underwater to survive.
What do the large flat leaves do for a lily pad?
The leaves on a water lily give a large surface area for photosynthesis as much of the rest of the plant is underwater.
Why do water lily and lotus survived well in watery environment?
they can survive because of their roots
