Organisms that live in the alpine and taiga biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. moss campion is one of the plants found in the alpine biome. it has small leaves and a cushion shape that protect it from the wind and freezing temperatures in the alpine. how has the moss campion adapted to enable its survival in the alpine biome? a. waxy needles b. cone-shaped c. thin trunks d. low-growing

The correct answer is option d, that is low growing.  

Silene acualis (moss campion) refers to a small mountain wildflower, which thrives at the high arctic and tundra region, and in the higher mountains of North America and Eurasia. Moss campion is a low, ground-hugging plant. The tundra plants like moss campion exhibit unique adaptations to survive in the extreme conditions. These plants are small with small leaves, and with buds inserted within the foliage for supreme protection.