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It would be in areas with little water (either low precipitation or soil that does not retain water) like deserts, certain coastal habitats, or certain high latitude habitats.
Most plant parts lose water to the atmosphere regularly, but in low precipitation ecosystems a plant needs to conserve water. On way it can do this is by having a waxy layer or a tough cuticle on the leaves that prevents water loss.
The purpose of leaves as spines is slightly more complicated. In plants like cacti and some euphorbs (which closely resemble cacti) the stem is thicked and hollow to store water during infrequent rain events. The leaves of these plants have been reduced to spines because they are not needed as photosynthetic organs, since the stem of the plant is large and green. In fact, "normal" broud leaves would be detrimental because they would create added surface area for water to evaporate from. The leaves of these plants are better put to work as protection. A spiney plant cannot be eaten by herbivores.
Another situation where plants have spiney or waxy leaves is in harsh conditions where the plant needs to plan for the future such as high altitude (cold and dry) or high latitude (cold, dry, and a short growing season) habitats or coastal habitats (salty sandy soil). These plants need to conserve water and protect against herbivory moreso than others. Many of these plants are evergreens like spruces and some hollies. They don't shead their leaves all at once because it would use too much energy to replace them every year, and because of the harsh conditions they can't afford to lose their leaves to animal grazers. These plants take extra care to produce thick, tough, spiney, waxy leaves that are durable, do not allow a lot of water loss, and will not be eaten by animals.
Those plants would also have very long fibrous roots that stretch deep into the ground to find more water.
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Where is coal found and how it is recovered?
Coal is found in underground seams or as surface deposits in regions with ancient swamps. It is recovered through mining methods such as strip mining, where machines remove the layers of soil and rock covering the coal seam, or underground mining, where tunnels are dug to reach the coal seam and extract it.
What is the very thick liquid called which is found deep underground and is refined before use?
The very thick liquid found deep underground is called crude oil. It is refined to produce various petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
Where does chemosynthesis take place?
Chemosynthesis takes place in environments with limited sunlight, such as deep-sea hydrothermal vents and certain underground ecosystems. In these locations, bacteria use inorganic compounds as a source of energy to produce organic molecules.
Where is Archaea most commonly found?
Archaea are commonly found in extreme environments such as hot springs, salt flats, deep sea vents, and acidic environments. They can also be found in more moderate environments such as soils, oceans, and the human gut.
How is peridot formed?
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Do leaves with deep root systems relates to dry weather?
yes they do because plants with deep root systems tend to live in dry areas with dry weather. HOPE THIS HELPS :-D
What plants are found in tropical deserts?
Plants found in tropical deserts include cacti, succulents, shrubs, and grasses that are adapted to survive in hot and arid conditions. Examples include barrel cacti, agave plants, acacia trees, and thorn bushes. These plants have features such as water-storing tissues, reduced leaves, and deep root systems to help them thrive in the extreme desert environment.
What are characteristics found in seaside plants?
Seaside plants often have adaptations to survive in a harsh coastal environment, such as salt tolerance, deep root systems to access water, and flexible stems to withstand wind and waves. They may also have waxy or succulent leaves to reduce water loss and the ability to trap sand for stability.
What type of plants live in the desert?
Plants that live in the desert are usually adapted to survive in hot and dry conditions. Examples include cacti, succulents, and drought-resistant grasses. These plants have special features like water-storing stems or leaves, reduced surface area to minimize water loss, and deep root systems to access water deep underground.
5 ways plants have adapted to different environmental conditions?
Drought-resistant plants have developed deep root systems to access water stored deep in the soil. Plants in hot environments may have smaller leaves or spines to reduce water loss through transpiration. Plants in cold environments may have thick waxy cuticles to protect against freezing temperatures. Some plants in low-light environments have evolved larger leaves or specialized pigments to maximize light absorption. Salt-tolerant plants have developed mechanisms to exclude or excrete excess salt from their tissues.
What kind of plants typically have deep roots reduced leaves and photosynthetic stems?
Plants with deep roots, reduced leaves, and photosynthetic stems are typically known as succulents. Succulents have adapted to arid environments by storing water in their stems, which allows them to survive in dry conditions. Examples of succulents include cacti and agave plants.
What plants are found in the deep sea water?
None as there is no light for photosynthesis!
Desert plants are characterized by?
Desert plants are characterized by their ability to survive with limited water resources, often through adaptations such as deep root systems, succulent leaves, and reduced leaf surface area to minimize water loss. They also usually have mechanisms to tolerate high temperatures and intense sunlight commonly found in arid environments.
If the soil is dry and the air is humid what do the plants need to survive?
Nutrients, big leaves, and deep (or extensive) roots.
Why do plants loose more water than it is absorbing from the soil?
Plants loose more water than they absorb from the soil due to a process called transpiration. is the evaporation of water into the atmosphere from the leaves and stems of plants. Plants absorb water through their roots and this water can originate from deep in the soil. (For example, corn plants have roots that are 2.5 meters deep, while some desert plants have roots that extend 20 meters into the ground). Plants pump the water up from the soil to deliver nutrients to their leaves. This pumping is driven by the evaporation of water through small pores called stomates, which are found on the undersides of leaves. Transpiration accounts for approximately 10% of all evaporating water.Read more: Why_do_plants_loose_more_water_than_it_is_absorbing_from_the_soil
What is the name of plants that are adapted to exreme heat?
Plants that are adapted to extreme heat are called xerophytes. These plants have developed specialized features to survive in hot and arid conditions, such as deep root systems, thick waxy coatings on leaves, and mechanisms to minimize water loss. Examples of xerophytes include cacti, succulents, and certain grasses.
Two ways plants have adapted to the landscape of the Sahara?
Plants in the Sahara have adapted by developing deep root systems to access underground water sources during droughts. Some plants have also evolved mechanisms like thick waxy leaves or hairy coverings to reduce moisture loss through transpiration in the intense heat.
