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GCE Biology 1989 Question 36

Question 36

Habitats and Biomes

Breathing roots are characteristic structures of plants growing in

  1. A.mangrove swamp
  2. B.desert
  3. C.shrub biome
  4. D.savannah
  5. E.tropical rain forest
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (mangrove swamp)

Explanation

Mangrove mud is waterlogged and lacks oxygen, so mangroves send up breathing roots (pneumatophores).