Question 72

(Multiple Choice)

During glacial periods in the early evolution of land plants,which of the following would have been a beneficial adaptation regarding the number of stomata per unit surface area,and what accounts for it?


A)increased numbers of stomata, to maximize absorption of increasing levels of atmospheric CO₂
B)increased numbers of stomata, to maximize ability to absorb low levels of atmospheric CO₂
C)decreased numbers of stomata, to retain CO₂ produced by the chloroplasts
D)decreased numbers of stomata, to maximize absorption of low levels of atmospheric CO₂

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