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Why is the top of a leaf waxy?
Leaves have a waxy coating called a cuticle to prevent excess water loss through transpiration. Without this coating they would dry up. The waxy layer blocks the stomata preventing as much water evaporating from them
What is the adaptation of a waxy leaf?
a cereal
What is an advantage to having waxy leaves vs soft leaves?
Harder the better. Waxy leaves minimize the loss of water by transpiration
What is the function of the waxy transparent top of layer of leaves?
The waxy transparent layer of leaves prevents water evaporation.
What is the waxy part of leaves?
its called the cuticle
What is a structural adaptation of prickly pear cactus?
thick and waxy skin, spiky leaves, flexible stem and shallow roots.
Why is the top of a leaf waxy?
Leaves have a waxy coating called a cuticle to prevent excess water loss through transpiration. Without this coating they would dry up. The waxy layer blocks the stomata preventing as much water evaporating from them
What is the adaptation of a waxy leaf?
a cereal
What is the coating on evergreen leaves?
The waxy coating on an evergreens leaves in an adaptation to help prevent water lose in the conifer tree. Evergreens also have chemicals that help prevent them from freezing.
Are croton leaves waxy?
Yes, croton leaves are waxy to some degree.
What are the adaptation of aquatic plants?
they have a waxy coat
Why do rainforest plants have waxy leaves?
To help keep the water inside and to keep bactriea and microbes off the plant.
Is oregano leaves waxy or slippery?
No, oregano leaves are not waxy or slippery. They are velvety and soft like mint.
What is an advantage to having waxy leaves vs soft leaves?
Harder the better. Waxy leaves minimize the loss of water by transpiration
Which adaptation helps plants live in a biome that receives heavy snowfall?
There are several adaptations a plant must have to be able to survive in the tundra biome. They must be small, grow close together, and close to the ground.
Which evolutionary adaptation to bryophtes to colonize land?
Waxy Cuticle
What is the function of the waxy transparent top of layer of leaves?
The waxy transparent layer of leaves prevents water evaporation.
