Plants in the desert tend to have small, hard leaves that are coated to prevent water loss. Plants in the rainforest tend to have large leaves with pointed tips that slope down to promote water runoff.

How have these leaf adaptations helped these plants to survive in their environment?
A.
The small leaves help the desert plants remain cool during hot summer days.
B.
The small leaves make it easier for the plant to survive in windy desert climates.
C.
The large leaves help provide shade for plants in sunny areas.
D.
The leaves help plants in dry places retain water and plants in wet areas repel water.

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Answer:

D). The leaves help plants in dry places retain water and plants in wet areas repel water.

Explanation:

It is the only answer that applies to both previously stated facts, rather than your other options which only pertain to one native plant or the other. You do not need prior knowledge to answer this question, just utilize process of elimination. Furthermore, D). is the only option which makes sense in the context provided.

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