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Plant adaptations in desert biome - Coggle Diagram
Plant adaptations in desert biome
influenced by
Intense Sunlight
adaptations include
Waxy Coating
Light-colored Leaves
leads to
Sunlight-Reflecting Surfaces
reduces
Leaf Temperature
helps with
Heat Reflection
creates
Reproduction in Harsh Conditions
adaptations include
Rapid Seed Germination After Rain
Dormant Seed Phases
ensures
Species Survival
seeds often have
Hard Protective Coats
High Temperatures
cause
Rapid Evaporation
plants adapt by
Opening Stomata at Night
helps in
Minimizing Water Loss
common in
Cacti and Succulents
process called
CAM Photosynthesis
reduces
Daytime Gas Exchange
result in
Heat Stress on Tissues
managed by
Heat-Resistant Enzymes
Low Rainfall
leads to
Water Storage Adaptations
include
Succulent Tissues
Thick, Fleshy Stems
seen in
Cactus
supported by
Water-Holding Cells
prevent
Wilting During Dry Periods
Reduced Leaf Surface Area
helps in
Reducing Water Loss
seen in
Cactus, Agave
achieved by
Spines Instead of Leaves
reduces
Transpiration Rate
Root Adaptations
for
Absorbing Surface Water Quickly
Reaching Underground Water
include
Shallow, Widespread Roots
Deep Taproots
result in
Dual Root Systems
promotes
Drought Tolerance
Wind and Sand
result in
Physical Damage
adapt by having
Thick Outer Cuticles
part of
Defense Adaptations
include
Thorns & Spines
seen in
Cactus, Acacia
protect
Water-Storing Tissues
help in
Deterring Herbivores
plants adapt through
Low-Growth Forms
can cause
Abrasion of Leaf Surfaces