JAMB Biology 1989 Question 49

Question 49

Habitats and Biomes

Use the figure (vegetation profiles P, Q, R and X) to answer: In which of the habitats will the plants show xeromorphic features most prominently?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.X
  2. B.R
  3. C.P
  4. D.Q
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (X)

Explanation

Profile X has only sparse, short grass, showing the driest habitat, so its plants need the most adaptations against water loss.