What adaptations do some non-succulent plants have that minimize water loss during photosynthesis? Select the TWO answers that are correct.

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Non-succulent plants can minimize water loss during photosynthesis by adapting in various ways. Closing their stomata when the temperature gets too warm reduces the amount of water lost through transpiration. Some plants use special enzymes to harvest carbon dioxide trapped in leaves with closed stomata, making photosynthesis more efficient without sacrificing water. However, options B and C are not correct. There are no known non-succulent plants that can carry out photosynthesis without using water or carbon dioxide nor are there any that have pigments allowing them to photosynthesize at night. Finally, option E is not entirely accurate; while plants may absorb water through their roots when their stomata are closed, they won't be able to absorb carbon dioxide, which is necessary for photosynthesis.

What Adaptations Do Some Non-Succulent Plants Have That Minimize Water