A Leaf with a Higher Density of Stomata Can Take

question 76

Multiple Choice

A leaf with a higher density of stomata can take up more CO₂ and release more water than a leaf with a lower density of stomata.
-Consider two plant types: 1. Plants that grow in arid (dry) environments
2) Plants that grow in moist (e.g., wetland) environments
Which plant would you expect to have fewer stomata, and why?

• A) the first type, because plants in arid environments need to release as much water as possible
• B) the first type, because plants in arid environments need to conserve as much water as possible
• C) the second type, because plants in moist environments need to conserve as much water as possible
• D) the second type, because plants in moist environments need to release as much water as possible

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