Question

Why are the leaves in the cactus plant modified to form spines?

Answer 1

Answer:

Leaves in a cactus are modified into spines to reduce loss of water from leaves by transpiration. Then the plant makes from the process of photosynthesis which is performed by the stem.

Answer 2

Explanation:

CACTUS PLANT HAS A VERY LONG ROOT THAT GOES VERY DEEP INTO THE SOIL TO ABSORB WATER. THE LEAVES OF CACTUS AND REDUCED TO SPINES, AS IT HELP IN REDUCING LOSS OF WATER THROUGH TRANSPIRATION..