WAEC Biology 1988 Question 58

Question 58

Adaptation

Study the diagrams below carefully. Use them to answer Questions 58 and 59.
The plants best adapted for life in the desert are

Diagram for this question
  1. A.I and IV only
  2. B.II and IV only
  3. C.III and IV only
  4. D.IV and V only
  5. E.I, II, III and V
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (I, II, III and V)

Explanation

Succulent leaves, spines, scale leaves and tiny leaves all reduce water loss; only IV with broad leaves is not a desert plant.