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Conifers are adapted to tolerate extreme environmental conditions because of:

Options

  1. ABroad hardy leaves
  2. BSuperficial stomata
  3. CThick cuticle
  4. DPresence of vessels

Correct answer

C. Thick cuticle

Step-by-step solution

In conifers, the needle-like leaves, thick cuticle and sunken stomata help to reduce water loss. One of the most important adaptations of conifer trees is the thick waxy cuticle that waterproof the leaves. It also has the presence of needle-like leaves. These leaves are adapted to survive in harsher and colder conditions compared to broad leaves.

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