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Mention two ways in which Tropical Desert vegetation has adapted to its environment.
Topic: Desert vegetation
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(1) The plants send thick, long roots deep down to tap the groundwater. (2) Thick barks and small waxy leaves or spines cut the loss of water by evaporation.
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