Conifers and Pines Both Have Needlelike Leaves

question 30

Multiple Choice

Conifers and pines both have needlelike leaves. Why might their leaves be of this type?

• A) to decrease surface area for water loss
• B) to decease surface area for gas exchange
• C) to increase surface area for gas exchange
• D) to increase surface area for photosynthesis

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