Maple trees are found in areas that receive 76 to 152 centimeters of precipitation yearly. They take up water from the soil through their roots. Water is then transported throughout the tree.
Could a maple tree survive in a desert area which gets less than 23 centimeters of rain per year?
Responses
No, the maple tree could not meet its need for water in a desert.
No, the maple tree could not meet its need for water in a desert.
Yes, the maple tree could adapt to storing more water like a cactus.
Yes, the maple tree could adapt to storing more water like a cactus.
Yes, the maple tree could adapt by spreading its roots closer to the surface to soak up any rain.
Yes, the maple tree could adapt by spreading its roots closer to the surface to soak up any rain.
No, the maple tree could not extend its roots into the desert soil.
