Read the passage: 'Unlike deciduous trees that lose all foliage annually, evergreen conifers retain needle-like leaves coated with protective cutin, enabling them to resume photosynthesis immediately when early spring warmth arrives.' What survival advantage does this leaf structure provide?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Immediate resumption of photosynthesis when temperatures rise
- Step 1: Retaining needle-like leaves with cutin allows conifers to begin photosynthesizing as soon as spring temperatures allow. Step 2. Select immediate resumption of photosynthesis. Answer: Immediate resumption of photosynthesis when temperatures rise. Why not the others: Conifers still respire; shedding branches is not the stated adaptation; conifers are not immune to fungal attacks.
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