All of the Following Are Plant Adaptations to Life on Land

question 41

Multiple Choice

All of the following are plant adaptations to life on land except

• A) tracheids and vessels.
• B) root hairs.
• C) cuticle.
• D) the Calvin cycle of photosynthesis.
• E) collenchyma.

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Definitions:

Water Potential

A measure of the potential energy in water as well as the difference in potential energy between a given water sample and pure water, determining the direction water will flow.

Root Pressure

A pressure within the vascular system of the roots of plants that helps drive fluids upwards into the stem and leaves.

Water Potential

A measure of the potential energy in water, influencing its movement from areas of higher water potential to areas of lower water potential.

Hardwood

Wood from dicot trees, typically denser and used for construction, furniture, and high-quality flooring.