Which photosynthetic pathway is a common physiological adaptation in succulents to minimize water loss by keeping stomata closed during the day?
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Correct answer: CAM pathway
CAM plants open their stomata at night to fix CO2 into organic acids and keep them closed during the day. This temporal separation of gas exchange greatly enhances water-use efficiency.
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