Question

Many conifers are adapted to snowy, cold and, dry weather because

A. They have deep tap roots

B. Snow slides easily off their leaves

C. They all SHES their leaves in the winter

D. They lose water readily through the leaves

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Snow slides easily off their leaves

Explanation:

Conifers or cone-bearing trees have needle-shaped leaves that help in preventing water loss, and conifers easily adapted to snowy, cold and, dry weather.

Conifers trees have thick bark and cone or needle-shaped leaves that allow snow to slide easily off their leaves. Pine cones protect the seeds during the harsh winter.

Hence, the correct answer is "B. Snow slides easily off their leaves".