Multiple choice

Which of the following adaptations would not help a plant survive in a hot, dry environment?

  1. Open their stomata at night

  2. Have needles instead of leaves

  3. Grow long shallow roots

  4. Have thin large leaves on branches
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Large, thin leaves have a high surface area that increases water loss through transpiration, which is highly disadvantageous in hot, dry climates. Adaptations like needle-like leaves, stomata that open at night, and shallow roots all help conserve or efficiently capture scarce water.

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