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Why did plants need to evolve adaptations for hot arid climates?
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∙ 13y ago
Plants in hot deserts have to adapt in order to live. Here are some possible adaptations: Some have tiny thorns of their exterior, to prevent predators from eating it. Large stems, may store large amounts of water, as water may be hard to come by. Wide spreading/long roots, alowing plants to gather water found in the ground. Coated leaves, prevent water from escaping the plants, and from burning. Plants must adapt to the hot climate and conditions in order for the plant to live. the hot sun could easily burn and kill the plant and therefore the plant must protect itself. :)
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∙ 12y ago
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What word means 'very dry and hot and it starts with C?
The word you are looking for is probably "arid". According to my dictionary, however, "arid" means very dry, in both the literal and figurative senses, without meaning hot.Arid:1. being without moisture; extremely dry; parched: arid land; an arid climate.2. barren or unproductive because of lack of moisture.
What fauna and flora are suited to arid climate regions?
Cacti, certain species of snakes and ants, and scorpions.
What is Spain's arable land?
Central Spain is known for La Mancha, a region of extreme weather (it is considerably arid) yet here, wheat, grasses, and other crops are cultivated.
Why do most cacti grow slowly?
because of their habitat, arid conditions, and infrequent rains, they grow slow as to not use up all their energy all at once and die from lack of water
What 4 letter words beginning with A are in Archimedes?
acre, aids, aims, airs, amid, amie, amir, arch, aide, ache, acid, arcs, ares, arid, arms, acme, aces, aced
What countries are located in semi arid climates?
You can find Semi-arid climates in Southwestern Russia and Central Asia
Where is the aloe plant found?
Aloe plants are similar to cacti and are found in dry, arid climates
What is the average temperature difference between arid and temperate climates?
The average temperature difference between arid and temperate climates is about 30 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months. The temperature difference is greater during the winter months, because arid climates do not have a defined winter.
What are the climates of Chile?
desert, arid and semi arid. its home of the worlds most driest deserts.
Most of Australia has one of what climates?
Hottest, Arid, Desert.
What climates can tornadoes start in?
Tornadoes can occur in just about any climate except for polar climates and extremely arid climates. They are most common in temperate and subtropical climates.
Where does precipitation exceed evaporation?
All dry, arid,and semiarid climates
Where are arid climates in California?
They are only found on continents in the northern hemisphere
What regionis know for itshot and arid climates in Mexico?
Northern Mexico
Why do cactus plants have swollen stems?
Cactus plants grow in relatively arid climates, and they retain water more efficiently by having thicker structures with a higher proportion of volume to surface area than you would find in other types of plants.
What are the features of succulent plants?
Succulents (such as aloe and cactus plants) are able to grow in very arid conditions because they have adapted to restrict their water loss. These adaptations include: dense hairs or thick waxy leaves, and the shedding of leaves at the start of the arid season. Succulent xerophytes incorporate water into their structure.
What are two main types of dry climates and how are they distinguish from each other?
The two main types of dry climates are semi-arid (or steppe) and arid (or desert), both of which occur in low latitudes and midlatitudes.
