Ch. 25: Plant Responses and Adaptations

25-3 Plant Adaptations

Plant that lives in the desert biome

Xerophyte

Plant that is not rooted in soil but instead grows directly on the body of another plant

Epiphyte

To take in sufficient oxygen, many aquatic plants have tissues with large air filled spaces through which oxygen can diffuse.

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Plant adaptations to a desert climate include extensive roots, reduced leaves, and thick stems that can store water

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Plants that have specialized features for obtaining nutrients include carnivorous plants and parasites.

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Many plants defend themselves against insect attack by manufacturing compounds that have powerful effects on animals.

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