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WAEC Biology 1992 Question 47

Question 47

Adaptation

Which of the following is not a structural adaptation of desert plants for water conservation?

  1. A.Tiny leaves
  2. B.Sunken stomata in leaves
  3. C.Stems and leaves with heavy cuticle
  4. D.Broad leaves with numerous stomata
  5. E.Scale leaves
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Answer: D (Broad leaves with numerous stomata)

Explanation

Broad leaves with many stomata lose a lot of water, the opposite of what desert plants need.