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Ephemerals are xeropytes that are...

Ephemerals are xeropytes that are

A

Drought enduring

B

Drought escaping

C

Drought resisting

D

None of the above

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The correct Answer is:
B
Ephemerals are short living, brief lifespan, escape dry season by disappearing having their seeds called drought evaders or drought escapers.
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