Question

Plants in different environments have challenges that only they have. For example, the growth of a plant in a rainforest (e.g., an orchid) might be more affected by different things than a plant in a desert (e.g., a succulent). In three to five sentences, compare environmental challenges that could affect the photosynthetic process of a rainforest plant versus a desert plant.

Answer 1

explain in simpler shorter sentences.

Answer 2

Rainforest plants face challenges such as low light availability due to dense canopies and competition for sunlight. They have adapted by developing large leaves with a high chlorophyll content to capture as much sunlight as possible. In contrast, desert plants face extreme temperatures and scarce water availability. They have adapted by having small, thick leaves or spines to reduce water loss and adaptations that allow them to store water, such as succulent stems and roots. These adaptations enable them to survive in arid conditions with limited water resources. Additionally, the desert plants often have specialized mechanisms to prevent excessive heat gain or loss, such as reflective or hairy surfaces to reduce solar radiation absorption.