One of the Earliest Evolutionary Adaptations That Helps Plants to Retain

question 178

Multiple Choice

One of the earliest evolutionary adaptations that helps plants to retain water in a terrestrial environment is the:

• A)leaf.
• B)xylem.
• C)phloem.
• D)root.
• E)cuticle.

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