Final answer:
The sorting of sentences based on adaptations reveals that structures that conserve water (b) are typical of desert plants, while soft, green needles (c) and animals with thick fur (d) are characteristics of the taiga.
Step-by-step explanation:
To address the question of sorting sentences based on adaptations in the desert or the taiga, we should consider specific characteristics of each ecosystem. Desert plants typically feature adaptations like structures that conserve water such as a thick waxy cuticle, while plants in the taiga, such as conifers, may possess needle-shaped leaves with sunken stomata to reduce water loss due to their own environmental challenges.
Adaptations specific to the taiga include:
- (c) Trees have soft, green needles.
- (d) Animals have thick fur.
Adaptations specific to the desert include:
- (b) Plants have structures that conserve water.
For option (a), Trees have dark-colored leaves to maximize absorption of sunlight, this type of adaptation is not commonly associated with either the taiga or desert biomes directly, but it could be relevant in any region with low sunlight availability rather than these two specific ecosystems.