Question
Cacti are found primarily in the Americas, while euphorbs live in Africa, Asia, and Madagascar. The two families of plants have similar adaptations.
Which option best explains why cacti and euphorbs have similar adaptations?
Responses
Cacti were brought to the Americas from Africa.
Cacti were brought to the Americas from Africa.
They originated from the same location.
They originated from the same location.
Their environments are similar.
Their environments are similar.
They have interbred for a long time.
Which option best explains why cacti and euphorbs have similar adaptations?
Responses
Cacti were brought to the Americas from Africa.
Cacti were brought to the Americas from Africa.
They originated from the same location.
They originated from the same location.
Their environments are similar.
Their environments are similar.
They have interbred for a long time.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The option that best explains why cacti and euphorbs have similar adaptations is:
**Their environments are similar.**
Both cacti and euphorbs have evolved in arid and semi-arid environments, leading to similar adaptations such as water storage, reduced leaf surface area, and other traits that help them survive in dry conditions.
**Their environments are similar.**
Both cacti and euphorbs have evolved in arid and semi-arid environments, leading to similar adaptations such as water storage, reduced leaf surface area, and other traits that help them survive in dry conditions.