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What is analogy for porcupine as spine is to cactus?

Quil is to porcupine as spine is to cactus


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'Spine' is another word for 'thorn'.


What is a cactus needle called?

A spine.


What does the sharp thing calls in cactus?

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Cactus is to spine as rose is to what?

stem. if i am wrong please correct me


Is eating spineless cactus harmful to cattle?

Only if the spine doesn't get stuck in their throat.


What is the simile for prickly cactus?

A simile for a prickly cactus could be "as sharp as a cactus spine." This comparison emphasizes the sharpness and potential danger of the cactus's needles, evoking a vivid image of its prickly nature. Another example might be "like a cactus in a desert, tough and resilient." This highlights both the cactus's physical characteristics and its ability to thrive in harsh conditions.


Which categories the spine of cactus and thorn of Bougainvillea belong and why?

actually, they are fall in the category of analogous groups. as they do the same function but have different structure.


What happens if you get stabbed by a cactus needle?

It hurts but if the spine is carefully removed, it should cause nothing more than a bit of discomfort.


Which is the part of cactus plant modified into spine?

In cacti, the leaves are modified into spines. This adaptation helps reduce water loss by minimizing surface area and provides protection against herbivores. The stem of the cactus, which is typically thick and fleshy, is responsible for photosynthesis and water storage.


Most kinds of cactus have leaves that grow in the form of spines The stems or trunks become thick juicy pads or barrels Explain how these cactus parts might have evolved?

Cacti might have had predators that would eat them in their new environment and cacti might have learn to adapt to that with their spine-formed leaves.


What cactus grows in the Chihuahuan Desert in the US?

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