Plants are autotrophs, and can carry out photosynthesis to produce their own food. ... Cuticles developed as a way to retain more water. ... Stomata are tiny openings that allow for water and gas diffusion in and out of the plant. ... The xylem conducts water and minerals up from the roots, while the phloem conducts sucrose and hormonal signals through the plant. ... Certain reproductive strategies developed that allowed less dependance on the need of standing water. ...

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