In the Desert,plants and Animals are Adapted to Withstand

Question

In the desert,plants and animals are adapted to withstand:
A)Heat
B)Dryness
C)Cold
D)Intense sun
E)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Desert organisms have special adaptations to conserve water,survive long droughts,extreme heat,and extreme cold.Many desert animals are nocturnal or burrowing and have a protective outer body covering.Plants may have thick epidermal layers,water-storing stems and leaves,and the ability to set seeds quickly in the spring.