Cacti have spines to minimize the plant's surface area and protect the stem from herbivores.
Kaktusar har taggar för att minimera växtens yta och skydda stammen från växtätare.
| Front | Why do cacti have spines? |
|---|---|
| Back | Minimises surface area of the plant (and protects the stem from herbivores). |
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