Question

Why do some plants in the tundra retain their dead leaves instead of shedding them?
a.
The plants absorb the nutrients in the dead leaves.
b.
The dead leaves insulate new buds from the cold.
c.
The dead leaves protect them from predatory insects.
d.
The dead leaves help them survive long periods of drought.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B — the dead leaves act as insulation, protecting new buds and growing tissues from the extreme cold and wind in the tundra.