Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 22, Introduction to Plants - Assessment - 22.1 What Is a Plant - Understand Key Concepts/Think Critically - Page 658: 7

Answer

The barrel shape without leaves helps the cactus to conserve water as the absence of leaves reduces surface area through which water can evaporate. Moreover, this also helps the cactus to avoid being eaten by the animals.

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The barrel shape without leaves helps the cactus to conserve water as the absence of leaves reduces surface area through which water can evaporate. Moreover, this also helps the cactus to avoid being eaten by the animals.
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