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The prickly pear cactus [Opuntia spp] gets its energy from photosynthesis. The photosynthetic interaction takes place between the plant and the sun. The sun supplies the necessary light, and the plant supplies the necessary dissolved nutrients. The result is energizing photosynthetic products.
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WHAT IS THE NUTRITION of a cactus?
Cactus, like other plants, uses photosynthesis to get energy.
Who do you use cactus in a sentences?
Do not pet the cactus.
Is a cactus a autotroph or heterotroph?
A cactus is an autotroph because it creates its own food (using energy from the sun).
How do you use cactus jam or jelly?
with cactus, jelly, and jam.
Where do cactus plants store starch?
Cactus plants use their stems for storage. So that's where starches are stored. In fact, stems are where a cactus plant stores everything. Other, non cactus plants may use their roots for storage. But cactus roots are much too fibrous and shallow.
Are there results for studies on the medicinal use of cactus for diabetes?
Pear Cactus is used to help with diabetes, but no studies prove that Pear Cactus will cure diabetes.
How do animals use cactus plants?
Garden tools are used to move cactus plants, because of their ferociously intimidating modified leaves. Gloves are used to handle cactus plants carefully. Moisture meters are used to gauge the amount of soil moisture. Protective eyewear such as sunglasses, and protective clothing are used to check the cactus over. Systemic fungicides are used now instead of copper sulfate to break the cycle of cactus decline from fungal attacks.
What type of reproduction does the cactus use?
spores
How is streamflow measured?
they use a desert cactus
How do you use cactus in a sentences?
Wherever it grows, the cactus functions as a conversation piece because of its unusual appearance, its drought tolerance, and its adaptability to indoor and outdoor environments.
What is the role of the cactus as it moves energy and matter through its ecosystem?
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What is the role of a cactus as it moves energy and matter through its ecosystem?
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