Question detail
Which of the following is a plant adaptation to cold environments?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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Topic
Section B: The living world
Question
- A. Broad leaves to capture sunlight
- B. Deep roots to access water
- C. Small, needle-like leaves
- D. Bright flowers to attract pollinators
Answer
Small, needle-like leaves
Explanation
Plants in cold environments often have small, needle-like leaves to reduce water loss and withstand harsh conditions.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Adaptations
Students often confuse general survival strategies with specific adaptations of plants and animals to cold environments.
Focus on specific examples of adaptations, such as how animals have thick fur or blubber for insulation, and how plants may have antifreeze-like substances in their cells.
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