DENDROLOGY

DENDROLOGY AND SOCIETY

FAMILIES OF ANGIOSPERMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the thin narrow leaves of a conifer called?
A
broad leaves
B
conicals
C
needles
D
lobed leaves
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The coniferous plants have thin and needle-like leaves because these needle shapes help the plant store more moisture inside them and decrease the wind resistance. These needles can store moisture throughout the entire year, even in stressful conditions such as drought and cold weather.

Detailed explanation-2: -Conifers have leaves that resemble needles and generally remain on a tree year-round. They are replaced slowly and continuously. The exception is the baldcypress.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conifers have leaves known as: “needles” or “scales”. The appearance of the needles varies depending on the species.

Detailed explanation-4: -Conifer trees grow in hilly areas and are evergreen in nature. They have needle-shaped leaves to reduce water loss.

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