A root structure that protects buds from fire
helps short-leaf pines resist fires
Answer: Option D
<u>Explanation:</u>
Short leaf pine plant in the struggle for existence under hot scorching fire has developed a root structure that protects the buds from fire. This type of pine is called a fire resistant plant as it survives in the canopy of other trees.
Frequent burns have made them resistant to this fire. This is a wonderful example of how some plants survive in this extreme condition where it has to undergo frequent burns.They can also adopt and survive in drought conditions.
