Which statement about deserts and the organisms that live there is true?

A) Air temperatures in cold deserts, such as those west of the Rocky Mountains, may never fall below 30°C.
B) Growth and reproduction occur year-round in deserts.
C) Desert plants typically produce very few seeds.
D) Many desert animals are nocturnal.


Answer: D

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