EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -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.

Detailed explanation-2: -The adaptations that allow conifers to live in dry habitats are thin, needle-like leaves, a waxy cuticle, and year-round photosynthesis. Conifers have very thin, needle-like leaves. This is an adaptations for dry climates because along with a waxy cuticle, the thin shape of the leaves helps prevent water loss.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conifers (Gymnosperms) are adapted to tolerate extreme environmental condition because of thick cuticle, sunken stomata and needle like leaves.

Detailed explanation-4: -Xerophytes are adapted to the harsh extreme conditions of dryness. They can live with very less amount of water as they use the stored water for their daily life. They are usually found in the desert arid regions. They will have adaptations to avoid transpiration.

Detailed explanation-5: -Stomata are superficial leaf pores that regulate the trade-off between atmospheric CO2 uptake and water loss, and so represent the ultimate boundary line for regulating water stress in plants.