What do the aerial roots (pneumatophores) of the grey mangrove Avicennia marina allow the plant to do?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Absorb oxygen
- Step 1: Avicennia marina has aerial roots (pneumatophores), which grow to a height of about 20 cm and a diameter of 1 cm. Answer: Absorb oxygen. These allow the plant to absorb oxygen, which is deficient in its habitat. Why not the others: Capture direct rainfall, Anchor deep taproots into granite bedrock and Produce nectar for seabirds don't fit.
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