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WAEC Biology 1993 Question 39

Question 39

Adaptation

Which of the following is not an adaptation of plants or animals to desert environment?

  1. A.Well developed tap root system
  2. B.Small leaves with thick epidermis
  3. C.Stems with spike-like leaves
  4. D.Metabolic waste in the form of uric acid in some animals
  5. E.Broad leaves for storage
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Broad leaves for storage)

Explanation

Broad leaves lose too much water; desert plants store water in fleshy stems or thick leaves instead.