Question

State whether the following statement is true or false:

The universal feature of xerophytic plants is selective absorption and tolerance of high concentrations of salt.

Answer 1

This statement is false.

Explanation:

Xerophytic plants are adapted to survive in dry habitats primarily by reducing water loss through structural and physiological adaptations, such as reduced leaf size, thick cuticles, and water storage tissues. Their main universal feature is tolerance to water scarcity, not salt tolerance.