CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Transport in plants
Marram grass (Ammophila arenaria) is a xerophyte that grows in dry, windy sand dunes. Its leaves are rolled, have a thick cuticle, and sunken stomata in grooves. Describe the structural adaptations of a xerophyte leaf that reduce water loss by transpiration.
5 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 5 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.
Describe means: Say what happens or what something is like, in order and with detail. You are not being asked why. If there is data, quote it: name the trend, then give figures with units at the points where it changes.
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