Question

in the taiga, most trees are evergreen conifers, whose leaves are known as
eedles.\ evergreen needles have evolved to withstand the cold climate. the concentrated sap in their cells has a low freezing point, so it stays liquid even when the temperature is very cold. they also retain water during the cold, dry winter. many taiga mammals, like caribou, foxes, bears, and minks, have a thick coat of fur to keep them warm and insulated against the cold.

winter in the taiga is known for ________.

choose one option

a rain and fog

b long, sunny days

c below - freezing temperatures

d hot days and cold nights

Explanation:

The passage states that taiga trees' sap stays liquid in very cold temps and mammals have thick fur for cold. Option A (rain/fog) isn't supported. Option B (long sunny days) contradicts cold taiga winters. Option D (hot days) is wrong as taiga winter is cold. Option C (below - freezing temps) matches the cold climate described.

Answer:

C. below - freezing temperatures