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Some desert plants have very small leaves whereas some others have only spines. How does this benefit the plants?

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Some desert plants have very small leaves whereas some others have only spines. How does this benefit the plants?

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answered Jan 30, 2018 by sameer (82,980 points) ● 5 ● 11 ● 37
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These are adaptations to dry conditions. As a result of these modifications the surface of lamina is reduced thereby reducing water loss by transpiration.

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