30.Which of the following are xerophilous adaptations? 1. Reduced leaves 2. Thick hairy growth 3. Coatings of wax 4. Unprotected stomata Select the correct option from the codes give below: [A] Only 1 & 2 [B] Only 2, 3 & 4 [C] Only 1, 2 & 3 [D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: Xerophilous adaptations are as follows: reduced leaves, thick hairy growth, succulence, coatings of wax, thick cuticle, protected stomata, etc. They all have the purpose of reduction of transpiration.
