Desert plants have the following characteristics that help them adapt to the desert climate,except which one?
A) Perennials undergo a rapid life cycle
B) Alternative carbon-fixing pathways
C) Reduced or no leaves
D) Dropping leaves during dry season
E) Stems serving as water storage

Question

Desert plants have the following characteristics that help them adapt to the desert climate,except which one?  
A) Perennials undergo a rapid life cycle
B) Alternative carbon-fixing pathways
C) Reduced or no leaves
D) Dropping leaves during dry season
E) Stems serving as water storage

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Perennials undergo a slow life cycle, not rapid, and this is a characteristic of desert plants that helps them adapt to the harsh climate by conserving energy and resources.

Desert Plants Have the Following Characteristics That Help Them Adapt