Mangrove trees have specialized ____ to stabilize the plant in ____.
A) roots, mud
B) holdfast, rocks
C) roots, rocks
D) holdfast, mud
E) roots, sand

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mangrove trees have specialized roots called pneumatophores which act as breathing tubes and help the tree absorb oxygen. These roots also spread wide and grow downwards into the mud, providing stability to the tree in the soft, unstable soil. Therefore, option A, roots and mud, is the correct answer.

Mangrove Trees Have Specialized ____ to Stabilize the Plant in ____

Mangrove Trees Have Specialized to Stabilize the Plant in