Plants in different environments have challenges that only they have. For example, the growth of a plant in a rainforest (e.g., an orchid) might be more affected by different things than a plant in a desert (e.g., a succulent). In three to five sentences, compare environmental challenges
faced by plants in rainforests and deserts.
Plants in rainforests are exposed to high humidity levels and abundant rainfall, which can result in competition for sunlight and limited access to nutrients in the dense vegetation. Additionally, the canopy layer in rainforests can block out sunlight, leading to shade tolerance as a crucial adaptation. In contrast, plants in deserts face challenges such as extreme temperature variations, lack of water availability, and low nutrient content in the sandy or rocky soil. Succulents in deserts have evolved water-storing structures like thick leaves or stems to survive in the arid conditions. Overall, rainforest plants contend with intense competition and limited sunlight, while desert plants must adapt to scarce water resources and extreme temperatures.