Question

What is the purpose of the dense hairs around the flowers of the woolly lousewort?
a.
The dense hairs keep moisture off the flower.
b.
The dense hairs trap heat from the sun.
c.
The dense hairs protect the flower from caribou.
d.
The dense hairs keep the flower’s seeds from blowing away.

Answer 1

b. The dense hairs trap heat from the sun, creating a warmer microclimate that protects the flower in cold conditions.