Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
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Chapter 22 - Section 22.7 - Paleozoic Era: Life Explodes - Concept Checks - Page 690: 2

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Plants had to overcome several obstacles to inhabit the continents. Initially, they evolved in aquatic environments, so they needed adaptations to survive on land. Key challenges included obtaining water from the air and soil, providing structural support without buoyancy in water, and developing mechanisms for reproduction and dispersal in a non-aquatic environment. Early plants developed features like cuticles to reduce water loss, specialized tissues for transporting water and nutrients, and reproductive structures for terrestrial reproduction

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