adaptations to plants 6 maker

Question 1

cacti

Answer 1

thick waxy cuticle- prevent water loss through transpiration
spines- reduce water loss
tiny hairs- trap water vapour around the plant
stomata found in pits- increases humidity around leaf; decreases transpiration.

Question 2

marram grass

Answer 2

the grass is flexible so it does not break in windy conditions
thick waxy cuticle- prevent water loss through transpiration
long thin leaves reduce wind damage
hairs on the lower surface reduce air movement

Question 3

conifers

Answer 3

needle leaves - prevent water loss; protects it from snow coming down on the plant
less affected by wind