1What does the term "metabolism" mean? to maintain internal balance to reproduce
to take in and use materials and energy to grow and develop

the farther away the object is from the central star (the sun) it's gravitainal pull on the object is weaker when it is farther

explanation:

i believe your answer would be c.. : )

answer;

c. a tree whose roots are surrounded by wet sand.

explanation;

water stress is an important factor limiting the growth and productivity of forests.water stress is the most often cited cause of poor survival and growth of woody landscape plants.

-insufficient soil moisture is the most common form of water stress, but excess moisture that leads to poor soil aeration (hypoxia) can also result in reduced plant vitality. a tree whose roots are surrounded by wet sand would be least likely to experience water stress.