Question

1. How are cactus adapted to survive in a desert?​

Answer 1

Answer:

A cactus has special adaptations in its roots, leaves as well as stems that enable it to thrive in desert environments. These adaptations include – spines, shallow roots, deep-layer stomata, thick and expandable stem, waxy skin and a short growing season.

Explanation:

A cactus is able to survive in the desert due to the following features: (i) It has long roots that go deep inside the soil for absorbing water. (ii) Its leaves are in the form of spines to prevent water loss through transpiration. (iii) Its stem is covered with a thick waxy layer to retain water.

Answer 2

Answer:

A cactus is able to survive in the desert due to the following features:

• (i) It has long roots that go deep inside the soil for absorbing water.
• (ii) Its leaves are in the form of spines to prevent water loss through transpiration.
• (iii) Its stem is covered with a thick waxy layer to retain water.

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