Which of the following is a plant adaptation that minimises water loss?
(A) Small leaves
(B) Large flowers
(C) Large fleshy fruit
(D) Deep root systems - HSC - SSCE Biology - Question 3 - 2014 - Paper 1
Question 3
Which of the following is a plant adaptation that minimises water loss?
(A) Small leaves
(B) Large flowers
(C) Large fleshy fruit
(D) Deep root systems
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Which of the following is a plant adaptation that minimises water loss?
(A) Small leaves
(B) Large flowers
(C) Large fleshy fruit
(D) Deep root systems - HSC - SSCE Biology - Question 3 - 2014 - Paper 1
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Answer
The correct answer is (A) Small leaves. Small leaves reduce the surface area available for transpiration, which is the loss of water from the plant. This adaptation helps plants conserve water, especially in arid environments.
