Desert Life

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Which of the following adaptations help desert plants to conserve water?

  • Thick cuticle and reduced leaf surface area
  • Reduced leaf surface area and deep root systems (correct)
  • Thin cuticle and shallow root systems
  • Large leaf surface area and shallow root systems

How do desert animals like the camel survive in extreme desert conditions?

  • By sweating excessively to cool down their bodies
  • By hibernating during the hottest part of the day
  • By storing fat in their humps for energy and water conservation (correct)
  • By drinking large amounts of water at once to stay hydrated

What is the primary source of water for desert oases?

  • Condensation from fog and mist
  • Underground springs and aquifers (correct)
  • Rainwater collected in surface depressions
  • Melting ice from nearby mountains

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