The Cuticle Was One of the Most Important Adaptations to Life

question 7

Multiple Choice

The cuticle was one of the most important adaptations to life on land for plants because it

• A) protected the plant from desiccation.
• B) protected the plant from dangerous ultraviolet radiation.
• C) attracted fungi for a mutually beneficial interaction.
• D) supported the plant against the pull of gravity.
• E) helped disperse gametes.

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