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Thicker cuticle
Reflective hairs on the surface of the leaves
Reduced leaf size
Replacing leaves with thorns
Fleshy storage organs
Reduced reproductive cycles to keep energy expenditure to a minimum
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What plants can retain water for long periods of time?
Succulents, such as cacti and aloe vera, are known for their ability to retain water due to their thick, fleshy leaves and stems that store water. Other plants that can retain water are snake plants, jade plants, and ZZ plants, which have adaptations to survive in dry conditions by storing water in their leaves or rhizomes.
what is the balance plants maintain to prevent them from losing too much water?
Plants use to keep balance in the rate of transpiration by leaves and absorption of water by the roots. If transpiration increases and absorption does not increase, the young leaves start wilting so that the rate of transpiration can be mi minimized.
What common adaptations do to water lettuce and water moss fern have to keep their leaves afloat?
It's hair on the leaves.
What are the desert plants' adaptations?
All plants living in the desert are able to live with little water. They have adaptations that permit them to survive in almost permanent drought conditions. Some plants can store water in times of plenty to use in times when little rain falls. Some plants have long tap roots that are able to go deep below the surface where water is available. Some plants basically shut down during droughts and revive again when it rains.Cacti and other succulents store water.Mesquites are an example of a plant with a long tap root.Creosote bush and ocotillo shut down until water is available.
Should you give your plants tea or water?
Plants usually prefer water over tea. Tea contains compounds that might harm your plants. It's best to stick with regular water to keep your plants healthy and thriving.
List 5 different adaptations plants have to keep from losing water?
dry,hot ,enviroment ,many desert plants , such as cactus do not have green leaves.
Nonvascular plants must have adaptations to keep them from?
Nonvascular plants lack the complex vascular system found in vascular plants, making it challenging to transport water and nutrients. To prevent drying out, nonvascular plants have evolved adaptations like growing in damp environments, having a small size to reduce water loss, and absorbing water directly through their cells. These adaptations help nonvascular plants survive in their habitats despite their limited ability to transport water and nutrients.
What are the adaptations of the leg of the elephant?
they give them good stability and keep them from sinking into the water
What plants can retain water for long periods of time?
Succulents, such as cacti and aloe vera, are known for their ability to retain water due to their thick, fleshy leaves and stems that store water. Other plants that can retain water are snake plants, jade plants, and ZZ plants, which have adaptations to survive in dry conditions by storing water in their leaves or rhizomes.
What adaptations are on the fur of a sea otter?
The fur of a sea otter grows so closely together, that it is waterproof. It also traps tiny pockets of air, and the air acts as an insulator, helping to keep the otter from losing heat into the water.
what is the balance plants maintain to prevent them from losing too much water?
Plants use to keep balance in the rate of transpiration by leaves and absorption of water by the roots. If transpiration increases and absorption does not increase, the young leaves start wilting so that the rate of transpiration can be mi minimized.
What common adaptations do to water lettuce and water moss fern have to keep their leaves afloat?
It's hair on the leaves.
Why does my car keep losing water and over heating?
if it is losing it thru the overflow pipe you need a new radiator cap
Does the waxy covering on pine needles keep pine trees from losing water?
yea
What are the desert plants' adaptations?
All plants living in the desert are able to live with little water. They have adaptations that permit them to survive in almost permanent drought conditions. Some plants can store water in times of plenty to use in times when little rain falls. Some plants have long tap roots that are able to go deep below the surface where water is available. Some plants basically shut down during droughts and revive again when it rains.Cacti and other succulents store water.Mesquites are an example of a plant with a long tap root.Creosote bush and ocotillo shut down until water is available.
Do penguins have behavioral adaptations to keep warm?
yes becouse the got this kind of blubber like whales and the keep warm from the water and the cold temperature
What kind of plants are in the Mojave Desert?
1. Roots are shallow and spread over a large area to collect as much water as possible. 2. Plants can store nutrients and water needed. 3. Have thorns instead of leaves to minimize water loss and keep animals away.
