Why are most plants that grow in the tundra small with thin, wax-covered leaves?(1 point)

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The plants need to be able to grow in the moist, humid air.
The plants need to be able to grow in the moist, humid air.

The plants need to be able to grow in sandy soil.
The plants need to be able to grow in sandy soil.

The plants need to survive the year-round dry conditions.
The plants need to survive the year-round dry conditions.

The plants need to survive the hot temperatures in the summer.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The plants need to survive the year-round dry conditions.

In the tundra, conditions are harsh, with low temperatures and short growing seasons, leading to dry conditions. The small size and wax-covered leaves help reduce water loss and protect the plants from the extreme environment.