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The reason is to conduct photosynthesis faster than a flat leaf.But this is only in a desert.
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Which part of the plant do the spines represent?
Spines on a plant typically represent modified leaves or stipules that have evolved to protect the plant from herbivores or help it conserve water.
How do spines on holly leaves reduce water loss?
Spines on holly leaves reduce water loss by creating a barrier that helps to minimize transpiration, the process by which plants lose water through their leaves. The spines also create a microclimate that can reduce air movement around the leaf surface, helping to conserve moisture. Additionally, the spines can deter herbivores that may otherwise consume the leaves and damage the plant, helping to preserve its water resources.
What adaptation do the leaves have?
spines to protect against leaf-eating animals
Does a cactus have leaves that reduce to needle-like structures?
Yes, cacti have evolved to eliminate leaves and replace them with spines.
What are cacti thorns useful for?
Cactus spines prevent moisture loss from plants. Spines also defend the plants from grazing animals. The spines are just modified leaves.
What desert plant has no leaves but has stem nd called spines?
Cactus
Why do they grow spines grow instead of leaves?
because they dont need to get as much sunlight
Why cactus plant have spines?
they have the spines to protect them from your face
What is a butterfly flower?
it is actually a weed .genus: Schizanthus having finely divided leaves and showy variegated flowers.
What fruit that have spines?
One kind of fruit that has spines is a pineapple.
What might the average number of spines on cacti be?
An average number of spines on a cacti may vary from the species of the cacti. A desert cactus can grow up to 2000 spines without a problem. However, a normal house cactus can only grow up to 800-1000 spines.
Do spiny anteaters have hair and spines?
Yes. The spiny anteater, more correctly known as the echidna, has both fur and spines.
Do all SEA animals have spines?
Not at all. Fish and dolphins and such have spines, but the ocean is filled with invertebrates. Crustaceans, bivalves, molluscs, annelids, you name it.
What is the vertebrate family?
All animals that have spines.
Why do insects have spines?
So their preydators will get hurt
Are insects an vertebrate?
No. Vertebrates have spines and insects have exoskeletons.
Why are lumbar spines images AP and not PA?
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