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JAMB Biology 2006 Question 42

Question 42

Adaptation

Grasses recover quickly from bush fires in the savanna because of their

  1. A.perennating organs
  2. B.rapid growth rate
  3. C.fibrous roots
  4. D.succulent stems
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (perennating organs)

Explanation

Savanna grasses keep underground stems (rhizomes) and buds that the fire does not reach. New shoots grow from these perennating organs soon after the fire.