Question

Conifers are adapted to tolerate extreme environmental conditions because of

(a) broad hardy leaves

(b) superficial stomata

(c) thick cuticle

(d) presence of vessels.

Answer 1

Ans: (c) thick cuticle

Explanation: Conifers are gymnosperms so they have no vessels and they adapt to tolerate  extreme conditions because they have narrow leaves and have thick cuticle to prevent water loss.

Answer 2

Ans: (c) thick cuticle

Sol: Needle like leaves with thick cuticle and sunken stomata are xerophytic adaptations of conifers for tolerating extreme environmental conditions.