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Cacti are desert plants well adapted to living for a long time during long periods of drought. The roots of most cacti are deep and well spread out. Any rainfall is stored in cells able to expand, usually in the barrel shape of the stem, or in the fleshy leaves of the succulents. This ability to take on and store water, helps the plant survive through long periods of drought.
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What is the adaptation for the organ-pipe cactus?
The adaptation for an organ pipe cactus are its spines to keep away predators from eating it. The other adaptation is its long narrow arms which are used to keep in water.
Why do desert plants have long and spiny leaves?
The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.
How is the barrel cactus significant to the desert?
The barrel cactus survive long periods of drought by storing sparse rain water in stem cells. Other species of cacti also store water. Leaves have evolved into thin spikes and thorns to reduce water loss, which would occur with conventual broad-leaves.
What is to last a long time without breaking or wearing out?
escaping
Does a cactus live through a drought?
Plants need water to survive, which is an idea you're probably already pretty familiar with. But a cactus is known for being able to live with very, very little water!Cactuses (sometimes also called "cacti") are a type of plant called a "succulent," and are best known for living in hot, dry places like the desert, where they do not get a lot of water. Cactuses do need some water to survive, but can get along with a lot less than most plants.One reason cactuses can get along with less water is because they don't have leaves, so the water a cactus drinks does not evaporate as much as the water other plants drink. Additionally,cactuses have thick stalks which allow them to store water for a long time and roots that are good at finding and soaking up water even when its scarce!
What is the record time for Texas barrel race?
Well the fact that the barrel cactus can line so long without water I would say a long time.
How camel adapt in the hostile environment without water?
they can last for long time without water because they have long tounges and 'dudes'
How long do grasshoppers last without water?
on an average 20 days
How often should you water a saguaro cactus?
Not very often because cactuses are designed to live a long period without water. I would suggest once every week is fine.
How long can a cut flower live without water?
Depending on the flower they can last several days without water. Hope this helps
How do camels or cactus survive in the dessert?
Well, a camel can survive days without water. A cactus hold water and camels eat that and consume the water and can survive days with the water held in its stomach. Hope that helped you :D
How long can a cactus go without water in the desert?
Some cacti can survive for several years without water in the desert due to their ability to store water in their stems. The exact amount of time varies depending on the species of cactus and environmental conditions.
How long can a beetle survive in a cup?
As long as it has food and water available. Without it, it depends on when it last had food.
How can a giraffe go long without water?
A giraffe can go several weeks without drinking water. They can actually last longer without water than a camel or even a rat.
How long can a hospice patient last without water or food?
5-10 mins
Why does a plant like cactus need little water?
Cactus have spongy tissue that absorb water. They are able to keep that water inside for long periods of time, because they do not perspire like other plants.
Why can some animals live without water?
I don't believe there is any animal that can live without water...but some animals, for instance, the camel, can store water, or can last without water for a long period of time.
