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Cacti get water from rainwater that is stored in the special roots of the cacti

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How can cacti conserve water?

Cacti and succulents store water in special cells in the plants' body for later use. The skin of the cacti has a waxy coating to prevent water loss.


Why do cacti have hair?

Cacti have hairs to not remove too much water .


Is it true that cacti are full of sand?

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How do cacti live in deserts?

It can live because the cacti can soak up water


How do you grow cacti?

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How do spines on cacti help protect them?

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Can cacti survive in the tropics?

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Do cacti give water?

Yes


What is in a camel's environment?

There are cacti and water and desert.


What do cacti do to survive in the desert?

they conserve their water


Where do cacti perform photosynthesis in their unique environment?

Cacti perform photosynthesis in their stems, which have adapted to store water and reduce water loss in their arid environment.


Why do cacti have succulent stems?

Cacti have succulent stems to store water in arid environments where water availability is limited. The thick stems allow cacti to retain water for long periods of time, helping them survive in dry conditions. The succulent nature of cacti also helps reduce water loss through transpiration.