Which adaptation allows deciduous trees to survive freezing winter temperatures?
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Correct answer: Leaf abscission
Dropping leaves (abscission) prevents water loss through transpiration when the ground is frozen and water is unavailable. It also protects the tree from mechanical damage caused by heavy snow.
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