Plant Adaptations: How Plants Survive in Different Habitats

Question 1

How do plants in aquatic habitats obtain carbon dioxide?

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From the water

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From the soil

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From the air

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They don't need carbon dioxide

Question 2

Which of these is an advantage of having wide, flat leaves?

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More surface area for photosynthesis

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Less water loss

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Protection from animals

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Support for the plant

Question 3

How do rainforest plants manage the heavy rainfall?

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Large, drip-shaped leaves to shed water quickly

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Thin, flexible stems to handle strong winds

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Deep roots to absorb water from the ground

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Thick bark to protect from predators

Question 4

Which of these does NOT affect plant adaptations?

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The size of the plant

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Climate

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Competition from other plants

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Availability of resources

Question 5

Which of these features do plants NOT use to survive in hot, dry environments like deserts?

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Large, flat leaves

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Thick, waxy leaves

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Long, deep roots

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Small, spiky leaves

Question 6

Which part of a plant helps it absorb water from the soil?

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Root

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Stem

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Leaf

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Flower

Question 7

Plants that grow in water often have leaves that are:

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Wide and float on the surface

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Thin and waxy

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Thick and spiky

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Small and needle-like

Question 8

Which of these plants eats insects?

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Venus flytrap

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Sunflower

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Rose

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Daisy

Question 9

Which of these plants has a long, thick root that grows straight down?

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Carrot

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Grass

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Fern

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Moss

Question 10

Why do plants need sunlight?

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For making food

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For breathing

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For absorbing water

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For growing taller

Question 11

Which of these factors does NOT help plants grow?

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Gravity pulling them down

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Water

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Right amount of sunlight

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Good soil

Question 12

Plants that have adapted to grow in shady areas usually have:

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Large, dark green leaves

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Small, light green leaves

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Thick, waxy leaves

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Spines or thorns

Question 13

Why do some plants have thorns or spines?

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To protect themselves from animals

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To attract pollinators

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To store food

Question 14

Which of these is an example of a climbing plant adaptation?

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Aerial roots

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Thin stems

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Short leaves

Question 15

How do some plants adapt to living in salty environments?

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They have specialised glands to excrete salt

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They absorb less salt through their roots

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They have thin leaves

Question 16

Plants in deserts often have **thick, waxy leaves** to:

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Reduce water loss

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Absorb more sunlight

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Attract insects

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Support the plant

Question 17

Rainforest plants grow **tall stems** to:

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Reach above the forest canopy for sunlight

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Store more water

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Support their heavy leaves

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Attract animals

Question 18

Aquatic plants often have **thin, ribbon-like leaves** to:

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Reduce water resistance

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Store oxygen

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Attract sunlight

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Support the plant

Question 19

Carnivorous plants have **sticky surfaces** to:

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Trap insects for food

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Prevent water loss

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Attract pollinators

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Support the plant

Question 20

Which of these is **NOT** an adaptation for water storage in desert plants?

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Sharp spines

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Thick, juicy stems

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Fleshy leaves

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Extensive root systems

Question 21

It is important for plants to adapt to their environment because it helps them:

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Survive and reproduce

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Look pretty

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Grow tall

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Make food

Question 22

One way we can observe plant adaptations is by:

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Comparing plants in different places

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Reading books about plants

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Watching TV shows about nature

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Playing video games about plants

Question 23

Rainforest plants often have large, broad leaves. What is the main reason for this adaptation?

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To capture more sunlight

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To reduce water loss

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To climb trees

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To attract herbivores

Question 24

How do aquatic plants survive without soil?

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They absorb nutrients directly from the water

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They have deep roots to reach the ground

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They only photosynthesize at night

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They get their food from other plants

Question 25

Why do some plants have carnivorous adaptations?

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To get more nutrients

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To attract pollinators

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To protect themselves from animals

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To store water

Question 26

Why do some flowers have bright colours?

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To attract insects for pollination

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To protect themselves from the sun

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To attract animals that will eat them

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To store water

Question 27

Which of these is an example of a behaviour in plants?

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Going dormant in winter

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Producing chlorophyll

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Having long stems

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Having colourful flowers

Question 28

What is the main reason some plants have thorns?

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To defend themselves from being eaten

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To attract pollinators

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To absorb sunlight

Question 29

Which type of plant typically has a long, thin stem with few leaves?

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Climbers

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Trees

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Succulents

Question 30

How does the Venus flytrap adapt to nutrient-poor soils?

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It traps and digests insects to get nutrients

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It has a deep root system to reach nutrients

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It forms symbiotic relationships with bacteria

Question 31

Which of the following is an example of a structural adaptation in plants?

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The shape of a leaf

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Chemical defenses against herbivores

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Changes in behaviour to avoid predators

Question 32

Which of these is NOT a benefit of camouflage in plants?

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Attracting pollinators

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Protection from predators

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Reducing water loss

Question 33

How do plants get rid of extra water vapor from their leaves?

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Through tiny openings called stomata

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Through their flowers

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Through their stems

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Through their roots

Question 34

Which part of a plant takes in water and nutrients from the soil?

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Roots

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Petals

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Stem

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Leaves

Question 35

What is the green pigment in leaves that helps plants make food?

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Chlorophyll

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Xanthophyll

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Anthocyanin

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Carotenoid

Question 36

Which type of plant lives in water and has floating leaves and stems?

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Aquatic plant

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Desert plant

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Rainforest plant

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Woodland plant

Question 37

How does a cactus store water to survive in the desert?

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In its thick stems

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In its leaves

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In its flowers

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In its roots

Question 38

How do climbing plants reach sunlight in rainforest environments?

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They have tendrils or other structures that help them climb.

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They have deep tap roots.

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They have thick, waxy leaves.

Question 39

Which part of a plant is often brightly colored or scented to attract animals?

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Flower

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Stem

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Root

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Leaf

Question 40

How does a Venus flytrap catch insects?

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Its leaves snap shut quickly when an insect lands on them.

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It produces a sweet nectar that attracts insects.

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It releases a sticky substance to trap insects.

Question 41

Which type of plant has thick, fleshy leaves that store water?

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Succulent

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Fern

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Shrub

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Grass

Question 42

What is the main role of stomata in plants?

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To exchange gases (carbon dioxide and oxygen)

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To absorb water from the ground

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To protect plants from predators

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To transport nutrients throughout the plant

Question 43

Which of these adaptations helps aquatic plants float on water?

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Large, flat leaves

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Thick, waxy leaves

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Extensive root systems

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Small, needle-like leaves

Question 44

What is the essential function of chlorophyll in plants?

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To absorb sunlight for photosynthesis

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To protect the plant from disease

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To attract insects for pollination

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To release oxygen into the air

Question 45

Which of these can be a benefit of having spines on a plant?

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Deters animals from eating the plant

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Helps the plant absorb more sunlight

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Provides support for the plant's growth

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Attracts beneficial insects

Question 46

What is the primary function of root hairs in plants?

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To increase the surface area for water and nutrient absorption

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To anchor the plant in the ground

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To produce energy for the plant

Question 47

Which of these is an example of an adaptation found in rainforest plants?

Accepted Answer

Large, broad leaves to capture more sunlight

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Small, needle-like leaves to conserve water

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Extensive root systems to reach deep water

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Thick, waxy leaves to reduce water loss

Question 48

What is the main purpose of transpiration in plants?

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To remove excess water from the plant

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To absorb carbon dioxide for photosynthesis

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To protect plants from diseases

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To transport nutrients through the plant

Question 49

Which adaptation helps a plant to survive in a hot, dry environment like a desert?

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Stores water in its leaves and stems

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Has shallow roots to reach water quickly

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Has broad leaves to absorb more sunlight

Question 50

Which plant adaptation helps it to grow in a shady rainforest?

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Has large, thin leaves to capture more light

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Has deep roots to reach water

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Has flowers that bloom at night

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Has thick, waxy leaves to conserve water

Question 51

Which adaptation helps a plant like a water lily to survive in water?

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Has floating leaves to access sunlight and oxygen

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Has a long, thin stem to reach water

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Has small, needle-like leaves to reduce water loss

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Has thick, waxy leaves to repel water

Question 52

Which plant adaptation helps it to grow on a rocky hillside with little soil?

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Has long, thin roots to reach water and nutrients

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Has large, flat leaves to absorb sunlight

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Has shallow roots to spread out over a wide area

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Has waxy leaves to conserve water

Question 53

Which adaptation helps a plant to attract insects and birds for pollination?

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Has brightly colored flowers

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Has a deep root system

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Has a strong stem

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Has large, green leaves

Question 54

Which adaptation helps a plant to survive in cold climates?

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Has hairy leaves to trap air and insulate the plant

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Has thin, delicate leaves to absorb more sunlight

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Has a long, thin stem to reach water

Question 55

Which adaptation helps a plant to save water in dry environments?

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Has thick, waxy leaves to reduce evaporation

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Has a wide root system to anchor the plant in the ground

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Has large, thin leaves to absorb more sunlight

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Has a long, thin stem to reach water

Question 56

Which adaptation helps a plant to climb towards the sun?

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Has tendrils or hooks to grip onto surfaces

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Has large, flat leaves

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Has a strong root system

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Has a thick, woody stem