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how are cactus adapted to survive in a desert​

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Answered by AyanMaiti558
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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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Answered by presentmoment
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The process through which a species adapts its behaviour and body to suit its natural environment is known as adaptation.

Explanation:

  • Cactus, for example, makes the following adjustments to survive in the desert.
  • To prevent more water loss through transpiration, cactus leaves are transformed into spines.
  • It has very long roots that may dig deep into the soil to absorb water, which is important in deserts where water is scarce.
  • The cactus stem is wrapped in a thick waxy covering that aids to prevent more water loss.
  • Cactus stems have been transformed into flat green stems to aid with water conservation and food preparation via photosynthesis.
  • In order to save energy, they are small in size.

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