What is the primary adaptation of the Saguaro cactus in the Sonoran Desert?
Correct answer(s):
- Ability to store water
Subject
Geography
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What large national park is located in the Sonoran Desert?
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- Saguaro National Park
Which type of desert climate is most common in the Mojave Desert?
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- Hot desert
How does the Sonoran Desert support a variety of wildlife?
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- By having a diverse range of plant species
What is the Sonoran Desert primarily known for?
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- Diverse ecosystems
What role does the Sonoran Desert Tortoise play in the ecosystem?
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- Provides food for predators
Which states in the U.S. does the Sonoran Desert cover?
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- Arizona and California
Which country is also part of the Sonoran Desert?
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- Mexico
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- 105-120°F
What is the Mojave Desert’s most famous national preserve?
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- Mojave National Preserve
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- Deepwater Horizon
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- Mobile
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