Organisms And Population Question 263
Question: Ephemerals are xerophytes that are [BHU 1990]
Options:
A) Drought enduring
B) Drought escaping
C) Drought resisting
D) None of the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Ephemerals complete their life cycle in a very short period, evade dry season by disappearing, leaving their seeds.
They are referred as drought escapers or drought evaders.