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How do you know that pine needles are the sight of photosynthesis?
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∙ 11y ago
They are green - contain chorophyll as a photosynthetic pigment.
Needles are a variation on the typical leaf structure to reduce water loss through the winter whereas most trees shed their decidous leaves to accomplish the same purpose.
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What part in a pine tree is responsible for undergoing photosynthesis?
The needles.
What is the primary role of the needles of a scrub pine tree?
The "needles" on a pine tree or other conifer are the plant's leaves, where photosynthesis takes place. The needles are long and slender because of the environment of the trees. Needles lose less water and heat than typical leaves.
What is the evolutionary importance of pine needles?
The needles are the leaves of the tree, which allow it to carry out photosynthesis and produce food
What is found on a pine tree?
Roots, trunk, branches, twigs , needles and cones.
What is the riddle for remembering White Pine?
I don't know of any riddle but if it has 5 needles to a group its a white pine
What can you do with pine needles?
Pine needles can be used for mulch/compost, animal bedding, and making baskets. The oil from pine needles can be used for cleaning products and as a health supplement.
Can goats eat pine needles?
Yes, goats can safely eat pine needles. Goats are known to eat all of the pine needles off a tree if they can reach them.
What is pine needles in Tagalog?
pine needles in Tagalog: no direct translation but it is referred to as pine tree also in Tagalog. Example is the Baguio pine tree.
Are the needles pine trees its actually its leaves?
Yes - the 'needles' of pine trees are their actual leaves.
Allergic to pine tree needles?
If you are asking if one can be allergic to pine tree needles, the answer is YES. You can be.
Are pine trees always green?
Pine needles have a shape which makes them less vulnerable to the cold than the flat leaves of the maple tree or other trees of that type. That is their ecological niche, to keep their leaves and continue to perform photosynthesis all year long. Pine trees do shed their needles regularly, though - just walk past a pine tree and check out the ground beneath.
Are pine needles poison to humans?
Pine needles are only poisonous to humans if they consume a ton of them. Pine needles are not really made to be consumed anyway, but touching them or smelling them won't hurt you.
