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
Explain xerophytic adaptations that reduce water loss using evidence from each question and mark scheme.
The photomicrograph shows some xerophytic adaptations in leaf tissue.
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
B