Many types of trees grow a thick layer of bark. This bark helps trees to live in a number of different ways.

Question

Which of these is a way that bark helps trees to live?
A.
It catches light from the Sun.
B.
It makes loud noises to scare away birds.
C.
It turns into honey for bees to eat.
D.
It protects trees from animals that want to eat them.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

D. It protects trees from animals that want to eat them.

Bark serves as a protective layer for trees, helping to safeguard them from herbivores, insects, and environmental factors.