Xerophytes means:

Correct answer: B. Both (a) & (b)

  • A. Grow in desert or dry, hot, sandy place with scanty rainfall
  • B. Both (a) & (b)
  • C. A desert habitant is characterized by Blarcity of water in soil, extremely dry intense light, high temp and strong winds
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Xerophytes are adapted to deserts and other dry habitats with scarce soil water, intense light, high temperature, and often strong winds. Both descriptions identify the water-stressed environment in which xerophytes occur.

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