Conifers and Pines Both Have Needlelike Leaves,with the Adaptive Advantage

question 15

Multiple Choice

Conifers and pines both have needlelike leaves,with the adaptive advantage of

• A)thin cuticle, increased surface area, increasing photosynthesis.
• B)thin cuticle, increased surface area, increasing gas exchange.
• C)thick cuticle, decreased surface area, reducing gas exchange.
• D)thick cuticle, decreased surface area, reducing water loss.

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