AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -This waxy coating is called the cuticle, and it serves several important functions for the plant. First, the cuticle helps to reduce water loss from the plant by slowing down transpiration, which is the process by which water evaporates from the plant surface.

Detailed explanation-2: -Many plants have waxy coatings on some surfaces. This coating reduces water loss because it is not water-permeable.

Detailed explanation-3: -The waxy covering on plant leaves, young stems, and fruit is called the “cuticle". It is composed of cutin, a wax-like material produced by the plant that is chemically a hydroxy fatty acid. The purpose of this covering is to help the plant retain water.

Detailed explanation-4: -A waxy layer known as the cuticle covers the leaves of all plant species. The cuticle reduces the rate of water loss from the leaf surface.

Detailed explanation-5: -Hydrophytes are water loving plants. The hydrophytes with floating leaves have large leaves, stomata and waxy coating on the upper surface. The waxy coating prevent wetting and clogging of stomata.