TASK DEFINITION: In this task, you are given a question and a corresponding answer. Your task is to generate a fact statement that is useful in answering the given question.
PROBLEM: Question: During a prolonged shortage of water, a tree's ability to add extra tissue and grow thick rings is slowed and the tree produces? Answer: thinner growth rings.

SOLUTION: as the amount of available water decreases , tree-growth rings will become narrower

PROBLEM: Question: You can use plants like star anise for? Answer: sustenance seasoning.

SOLUTION: plants are the source of spices

PROBLEM: Question: Genes are a vehicle that can pass? Answer: hand size.

SOLUTION:
genes are a vehicle for passing inherited characteristics from parent to offspring