Some plants have a waxy covering on their leaves. How does the waxy covering help the plant to survive?
O It allows the plant leaves to grow wider and collect more sunlight.
It discourages predators from eating the plant.
It helps the plant reproduce faster in colder environments.
O It helps the plant keep its moisture in hot weather conditions.

It helps the plant retain water.

The waxy covering on plant leaves, young stems, and fruit is called the "cuticle". It is composed of cutin, a wax-like material produced by the plant that is chemically a hydroxy fatty acid. The purpose of this covering is to help the plant retain water.

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