Adaptations of Freshwater Plants
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Which of the following is NOT an adaptation commonly seen in hydrophytes?

  • Reduced root system
  • Floating leaves with large air spaces
  • Stomata located on the lower surface of leaves (correct)
  • Thin waterproof waxy cuticle
  • What is the main challenge that hydrophytes face?

  • Receiving enough carbon dioxide and oxygen (correct)
  • Preventing excess water uptake
  • Transporting water throughout the plant
  • Receiving enough water
  • Why do hydrophytes have a reduced root system?

  • To prevent water loss through the roots
  • To extract nutrients from the surrounding water (correct)
  • To absorb more oxygen from the water
  • To reduce the need for water transport mechanisms
  • What is the purpose of the thin waterproof waxy cuticle in hydrophytes?

    <p>To prevent water loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do hydrophytes have reduced veins in their leaves?

    <p>To reduce the need for water transport mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a hydrophyte mentioned in the text?

    <p>Water lily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plants that are adapted to living in freshwater are known as ______

    <p>hydrophytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ prevents too much water from being absorbed in hydrophytes

    <p>cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Floating leaves of hydrophytes have large ______ inside to give them buoyancy

    <p>air spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hydrophytes have ______ located on the upper surface of their leaves

    <p>stomata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hydrophytes have a ______ reduced root system as they can extract nutrients from the surrounding water

    <p>significantly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ is the example of a hydrophyte mentioned in the text

    <p>water lily</p> Signup and view all the answers

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