Adaptions To Oxygen Limitation Flashcards
0
Q
Some plants can build up pressure
A
Gradients in leaves, allowing air to be pumped into the roots.
1
Q
Vascular plants can bring oxygen to
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The roots with the development of aerenchyma, which allows the diffusion of air into the roots.
2
Q
The movement of oxygen to the roots allows
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Aerobic respiration to occur in a highly anaerobic environment.
3
Q
Some plants can coincide seed production
A
With low water tables.
4
Q
Some plants may produce floating seeds,
A
Allowing wide distribution.
5
Q
Some animals may migrate when
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Conditions are too harsh.