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Bark and Branches |
-Tall, straight trunks with branches near top of the trees to help trees obtain maximum amount of sunlight -Smooth bark allows water to flow easily from crown to the roots of trees |
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Leaves |
-Broad leaves to obtain more sunlight for photosynthesis -Hairy, leathery or waxy surface to minimise loss of moisture during transpiration -Drip tips to allow water to flow off easily to prevent bacteria or fungi to grow on it |
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Fruit and Flowers |
-Since wind is still in tropical rainforests, it is hard for seeds to be dispersed and flowers to be pollinated by wind -Hence flowers and fruits are colourful and strong-smelling to attract insects and other animals for animal dispersal and pollination |
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Roots |
-Tress have buttress roots to help support their heavy weight -Buttress roots are shallow as nutrients are found in the top layer of soil due to rapid decomposition -Do not need deep roots as water is available throughout the year |
