Question

The leaves of desert plant such as cactus and opuntia are reduced to

Answer 1

Answer:

The leaves of desert plant such as cactus and opuntia are reduced to SPINES

Answer 2

Answer:

Spines

Explanation:

This is done to decrease water loss by transpiration in arid desert conditions and as a defense mechanism against predators (herbivores). The function of photosynthesis is taken over by the stem