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List two ways plants have adapted to living in the desert.​

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thick, waxy skin to reduce loss of water and to reflect heat.

large, fleshy stems to store water.

thorns and thin, spiky or glossy leaves to reduce water loss.

spikes protect cacti from animals wishing to use stored water.

deep roots to tap groundwater.

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