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CAM helps the plants in :

1. conserving water
2. secondary growth
3. disease resistance
4. reproduction

Correct answer: conserving water

Solution

CAM (Crassulacean Acid Metabolism) lets plants take in carbon dioxide at night when temperatures are lower and water loss is reduced. This adaptation is mainly for conserving water in arid environments.

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