Question

how are cactus adapted to survive in a desert short answer​

Answer 1

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

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Answer 2

Adaptations in cactus

Explanation:

• A cactus is able to survive in the desert due to the following characteristics.
• It has long roots which go deep inside the soil for water absorption.
• Its leaves are in the form of spines to prevent water loss through transpiration.
• Its stem is covered with a thick waxy layer to prevent transpiration and retain water.