Plant and Animal adaptations 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyWeather, Climate and Ecosystems IGCSECIE Created by: Fran21Created on: 07-01-17 14:52 Plants are low growing.... ....to avoid water loss by strong winds. 1 of 10 Plants store water in thick stems.... ....to use in dry periods. 2 of 10 Plants have roots that travel horizintally.... ....to reach the maximum area for water and to find any dry surface moisture. 3 of 10 Plants have long roots.... ....to reach underground water supplies. 4 of 10 Plants have small, thick leaves or needles.... ....to prevent water loss by evapotranspiration. 5 of 10 Some animals can store food and water for days.... ....so they can travel far without the need for daily supplies. 6 of 10 Animals are often small.... ....so there is less water loss from a small surface area. 7 of 10 Small animals can hide in burrows or under stones.... ....so they can aviod intense daytime heat. 8 of 10 Some rodents are nocturnel.... ....so they can hunt in cooler nights. 9 of 10 Insects and reptiles have waterproof skins.... ....so they can retain water in their bodies. 10 of 10
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