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songs fun poems  Cactus Poem  Never kiss a cactus, It might just
hurt your lips, Never kiss a cactus, Was one of Momma’s tips!
Never hug a cactus, It’ll hurt too much, Those spiny little
cacti, Aren’t good to touch! Today I kissed the cactus, It
wasn’t good to do, Now my lips are aching, And I couldn’t go to
school!   Cacti are plants that have adaptations to survive in
dry, hot environments. Instead of broad leaves, they have spines
that prevent the evaporation of water into the atmosphere (Due
to the lack of leaves, photosynthesis is usually performed by
the stem of the plant). The spines also help protect cacti from
herbivores and other animals.  Cacti are succulents and can
store water inside of their bodies.   mr. r.'s science videos!
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