Why do cacti have spines instead of leaves? For grade 6?
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1. leaves are modified into spins or they are absent to prevent water loss through transpiration .
2. stem is modified to perform photosynthesis and covered with a thick waxy layer to retain water .
3. the roots of cactus is well developed and grows up deep for absorbing water .
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