CAIE A-Level Biology AS 7.2.5 Xerophytic Adaptations Questions

Explain xerophytic adaptations that reduce water loss using evidence from each question and mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Explain xerophytic adaptations that reduce water loss in plants.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 7.2.5 Xerophytic Adaptations Questions question 1

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The photomicrograph shows some xerophytic adaptations in leaf tissue.

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Which row shows the correct functions for structures 1,2 and 3 ?

reduces the water vapour concentration gradient between the inside and outside of the leaf

reduces evaporation from the epidermis of the leaf

traps a layer of moist air

1, 2 and 3

3 only

2 only

1 and 2 only

1, 2 and 3

1 and 2

1 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 2

2 and 3 only

1 and 2 only

1 only

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