Conifers have needle shaped leaves to

Q. Conifers like pine trees have shaped leaves to prevent water loss.

Q.

If the water content of the leaves decreases due to insufficient absorption of water by roots, the leaves wilt and transpiration is reduced.

Q. In desert plants, cuticle and stomata are responsible for:​

a) Protection from animal attacks​
b) Protection from harsh weather​
c) To increase the growth of tissues​
d) Control the loss of water for survival of plant​

Q. Conifers have _______-shaped leaves.

Q.

Cacti survive in a desert because:

a. It has a flat green stem to store water and prepare food by photosynthesis.

b. The stem is covered with a thick layer of cuticle, which helps to preserve water.

c. Its roots are distributed on the surface to absorb water.

d. Leaves are modified into spines to prevent loss of water