Why Is the SLA Higher Under Shade for Both Shade-Tolerant

question 63

Multiple Choice

Why is the SLA higher under shade for both shade-tolerant and shade-intolerant plants?

• A)Shade intolerant plants have larger surface areas.
• B)Leaves tend to be thicker in the shade.
• C)Leaves tend to have larger surface areas to absorb more sunlight.
• D)Shade tolerant plants have larger surface areas.

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