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Water is very essential for life. Write any three features for plants and animals which enable them to survive in water scarce environment.

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(a) Presence of highly developed root system to absorb water.
(b) Stems and leaves are covered with waxing coating or dense hairs to avoid transpirational loss.
( c ) Modified leaves generally leathery and shiny to reflect light and heat.
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