You are a botanist living in the desert. A friend asks you which plant would be most practical to plant in his or her yard. What is your answer?
A) any plant, as long as it is well-watered
B) only plants that do not minimize photorespiration
C) only plants that minimize photorespiration
D) only plants that minimize photorespiration and close the stomata during the day
E) plants that do not minimize photorespiration or plants that do minimize photorespiration but not plants that close the stomata during the day

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Plants that minimize photorespiration and close their stomata during the day are most practical for desert environments. This adaptation helps them conserve water while still allowing for photosynthesis, making them well-suited to arid conditions.

You Are a Botanist Living in the Desert