Question

how is a cactus plant adapted to grow in a desert?​

Answer 1

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.

Explanation:

3 adaptations of a cactus

Eg cactus plants:

thick, waxy skin to reduce loss of water and to reflect heat.

large, fleshy stems to store water.

thorns and thin, spiky or glossy leaves to reduce water loss.

spikes protect cacti from animals wishing to use stored water.

deep roots to tap groundwater.

long shallow roots which spread over a wide area.