Hot Desert Adaptations (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Flashcards
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Why do desert plants have small leaves?
Why do desert plants have small leaves?
Less water lost via transpiration (smaller surface area)
How long are desert plant tap roots?
How long are desert plant tap roots?
7-10 meters long
Spines vs leaves for water conservation
Spines vs leaves for water conservation
Spines lose less water than leaves
What's the second function of spines?
What's the second function of spines?
Prevent animals from eating the plant
Waxy skin function in desert plants
Waxy skin function in desert plants
Reduces water loss by transpiration
What are succulents?
What are succulents?
Plants storing water in stems, leaves, roots or fruits
How do camels keep sand out?
How do camels keep sand out?
Long eyelashes, hairy ears, closing nostrils
Why do camels have thick eyebrows?
Why do camels have thick eyebrows?
Shade eyes from the sun
Why do camels have wide feet?
Why do camels have wide feet?
Prevent sinking in sand
How long can camels survive without water?
How long can camels survive without water?
Over a week
Where do camels store fat?
Where do camels store fat?
In their humps
Why can camels change body temperature?
Why can camels change body temperature?
Avoid losing water through sweating
Why are fennec foxes nocturnal?
Why are fennec foxes nocturnal?
Stay cool at night
Why do fennec foxes have large ears?
Why do fennec foxes have large ears?
Large surface area to lose heat