WAEC Biology 1995 Question 57

Question 57

Adaptation

The following structures are adaptation for water conservation except

  1. A.sunken stomata
  2. B.scales in animals
  3. C.lenticels in stems
  4. D.spines in plants
  5. E.thick leaves
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (lenticels in stems)

Explanation

Lenticels are pores for gas exchange and actually let water out; spines reduce water loss.