Hot Deserts

Question 1

what are plant adaptations (xerophytic)?

Answer 1

small leaves; less water lost by transpiration

tap roots; long roots that reach deep underground

spines; less water lost and prevent animals from eating plants

waxy skin; reduces water loss

water storage

Question 2

how are camels adapted?

Answer 2

hump to store fat; broken down when there’s little access to food

wide, padded feet; carry their weight

double eyelashes; protect eyes from sand

camouflage; protect from predators

Question 3

where are hot deserts found?

Answer 3

near the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, between 15 and 30 degrees from the equator

Question 4

what is desertification?

Answer 4

the process of land turning into desert as the quality of the soil declines over time

Question 5

what are the human causes of desertification?

Answer 5

population growth,
removal of wood,
overgrazing,
soil erosion,
climate change

Question 6

what are ways to tackle desertification?

Answer 6

planting more trees
improving quality of soil
water management