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Which of the following characterises the desert forests?

Which of the following characterises the desert forests? Correct Answer Pointed leaves

Pointed leaves characterises the desert forests. Most desert plants have small leaves, spikes for leaves, or no leaves at all. The smaller or fewer leaves a plant has, the less water is lost during transpiration since it has less surface area open to the sun and wind.

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