Many cacti have roots that spread out widely, but only penetrate a short distance into the soil. In one case, a young saguaro only 12 cm (4.7 in) tall had a root system with a diameter of 2 m (7 ft), but no more than 10 cm (4 in) deep.
In other words they can't penetrate that deep.
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Sorry I am a week late in answering this but it helps people later. The answer I got was this:
Groundwater is an important source of freshwater, partly because it accounts for approximately 30% of the Earth's freshwater.
I know this is a little late but I hope it helps you later on.
The relationship between the bird and tree would be considered commensalism. That's when two organisms both receive an increase because of their relationship.
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A recent study has shown an increase in the number of predators in an ecosystem. Which of the following is not a possible cause for the growth?a.An increase in the land space availableb.An increase in the population of prey it feeds onc.An increase in the biodiversity of the ecosystemd.An
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