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What adaptation helps the pine tree reduce water loss?

leaves
thorns
Seeds in cones
Woody stems

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Answer: Option (A) leaves

Explanation:

Pine trees thankfully have needles, which are thin, waxy leaves that enable them to make food year-round. The waxiness of the needles helps evergreens not lose water to evaporation.

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Answer:

leaves

Step-by-step explanation:

The needles of pines, like those of other conifers, are well-adapted for growth in dry environments. In particular, the outer surface of pine needles has a thick waxy layer, called a cuticle, which reduces evaporative water loss.

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