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A-LevelBiologyTransport in plantsMay/June 2023Paper 1 Q301 Mark

The photomicrograph shows a transverse section of the leaf of a species of grass. [Figure 30.1] The grass is specially adapted to grow in a dry habitat. Which row correctly explains how the features help the grass to grow in this habitat?

Ahair-like structures: increase internal humidity; leaf shape: decrease external humidity
Bhair-like structures: decrease external humidity; leaf shape: increase internal humidity
Chair-like structures: increase internal humidity; leaf shape: increase internal humidity
Dhair-like structures: decrease external humidity; leaf shape: decrease external humidity

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About This A-Level Biology Question

This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Biology (9700) May/June 2023 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Transport in plants and is worth 1 mark.

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