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Q: Why does a cactus have smooth shiny stem?
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What is the texture of a stem?

The skin of a cactus stem generally has a smooth papery feel. It is firm to the touch if healthy.


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cactus have a hollow stem. it is where they store water and food for survival


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A cactus stores water in its stem.


Where in the saguaro cactus is the water held?

Water is stored in tissue in the stem of the cactus.


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The 'spines' of a cactus attach directly to the stem of the plant.


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.


What is a very tall cactus that can store water inside there stem?

Water, dissolved nutrients, and byproductsof photosynthesis are stored in the cactus stem. The water and the dissolved nutrients are sent up into the stem from the cactus plant's roots. They're held in the stem until they can be used in the photosynthetic interaction with sunlight. From that interaction are made the energizing carbohydrates, starches and sugars that the cactus needs for such activities as flowering, fruiting, growing, reproducing, and responding to stresses and stressors.


Where does a cactus store most of its water?

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