Plant Adaptations Quiz

What are some adaptations of xerophytes to survive in dry environments?

• Shallow root systems

• Thin cuticles

• Reduced leaf surface area, thick cuticles, deep root systems, succulent stems or leaves, CAM photosynthesis

• Increased leaf surface area

How do hydrophytes adapt to living in water?

• Specialized structures like air-filled tissues, reduced cuticle, and flexible stems

• Increased cuticle thickness

• Rigid stems

• Lack of air-filled tissues

Can you name an example of a xerophyte plant?

• Sunflower

• Pineapple

• Cactus

• Aloe Vera

Which plant is an example of a hydrophyte?

• Cactus

• Water lily

• Sunflower

• Fern

Where do xerophytes typically grow?

• Coral reefs

• Tundra regions

• Deserts or arid regions

• Rainforests

What is the habitat of hydrophytes?

• Deserts

• Mountains

• Rainforests

• Aquatic environments

Why do xerophytes have thick waxy cuticles?

• To attract more sunlight for photosynthesis.

• To store excess water for future use.

• To increase surface area for gas exchange.

• To reduce water loss and protect from desiccation.

What is the purpose of air sacs in hydrophytes?

• To maintain buoyancy

• To store excess water

• To aid in photosynthesis

• To attract pollinators

Give an example of a xerophyte that stores water in its stem.

• Succulent

• Aloe Vera

• Cactus

• Palm tree

Which hydrophyte has floating leaves to absorb sunlight?

• Cattails

• Duckweed

• Water lilies

• Water hyacinth