Question

Inference : Fill in the blanks :
(1) The stem of the cactus loses________ little water
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Answer 1

Answer:

transpiration might be the answer

Answer 2

Answer:

transpiration

Explanation:

The succulent stem of the cactus plants usually store water and carry out photosynthesis also. The cactus stem contains a tough and waxy outer layer, called cuticle. The cactus plants possess modified leaves shaped like thin spines or thorns that decrease water loss through transpiration.

The cactus plants contain long roots that efficiently absorb water from the ground. Due to the low transpiration rate, the cactus plants can remain alive in deserts for a longer period of time.

So, the options C, The cactus plants have very short roots which cannot properly absorb water from the soil and D, The cactus plants lose a huge amount of water through transpiration so they cannot survive in deserts for a long time are incorrect for the adaptation in cactus.

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