4.3 - Case Study: Desert Plant Adaptations
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Practice Questions
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What is a cuticle?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a protective coating.
Name a plant that uses CAM photosynthesis.
💡 Hint: This plant is often found in deserts.
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What adaptation helps desert plants minimize water loss?
💡 Hint: Think of how a raincoat protects against water.
True or False: CAM photosynthesis occurs during the day.
💡 Hint: Timing is key in this process!
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Evaluate the competing survival strategies of two desert plants: a cactus and a succulent in terms of water conservation.
💡 Hint: Consider how each plant stores water and when it uses it.
Analyze how climate change might impact desert plant adaptations and suggest potential adaptations they might develop.
💡 Hint: Think about how these plants might evolve under stress.
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