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JAMB Biology 2001 Question 48

Question 48

Adaptation

The most important adaptation of xerophytes is the ability of the protoplasm to

  1. A.resist being damaged by loss of water
  2. B.store sugar and minerals in the vacuoles
  3. C.absorb water and swell
  4. D.shrink from the cell wall.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (resist being damaged by loss of water)

Explanation

Xerophyte protoplasm can lose a lot of water without being damaged, letting the plant survive long droughts.