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The baobab tree can store up to 120,000 liters of water in its trunk.

Why it is true

The spongy wood of this African tree's trunk absorbs and retains water during the rainy season. This giant reserve allows it to survive for years during periods of extreme drought in the savanna.

Source: USGS

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