DENDROLOGY AND SOCIETY
FAMILIES OF GYMNOSPERM
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Question
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Conifers can survive harsh winter conditions because ____
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they are sheltered from wind.
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they grow rapidly.
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they have long, thin leaves.
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they have long thick roots.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Left: one of the most important adaptations of conifer trees is the thick waxy cuticle that waterproof the leaves. One of the most notable adaptations of conifer trees are the presence of needle-like leaves. These leaves are adapted to survive in harsher and colder conditions compared to broad leaves.
Detailed explanation-2: -Conifer trees live in cold climates with lots of snow and less water. One of the most important adaptations of conifer trees is the thick waxy cuticle. The cuticle is a water-impervious protective layer covering the epidermal cells of leaves and other parts and limiting water loss.
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