Question

How has the Douglas-fir adapted to enable its survival in the taiga biome?

a.
low growing
b.
perennial
c.
waxy needles
d.
survive on limited nutrients

Answer 1

How has the Douglas-fir adapted to enable its survival in the taiga biome?
a.
low growing
b.
perennial
c.
waxy needles<=====
d.
survive on limited nutrients

Answer 2

Answer: c. waxy needles

Taiga is the biome with needle leaf trees. It is a cold biome. Douglas-fir have long, thin and waxy needle shaped leaves. Wax prevents the loss of water through transpiration and also prevents freezing and leaves being drying out.