FORESTRY
PLANT AND WOOD ANATOMY
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Question
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The protective coating of the epidermis that prevents water loss is____
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Slippery
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Tannin
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Cuticle
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Keratin
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cutin is a major component of the cuticle, the waxy layer of the epidermis. Cuticle acts as a protective layer and also prevents water loss through the leaves of the plant.
Detailed explanation-2: -2.1 Through the Cuticle The cuticle or exoskeleton is a protective integument over the external surface of insects. It is an extracellular matrix produced by the epidermis and consists mainly of proteins and the polysaccharide chitin (Tajiri, 2017).
Detailed explanation-3: -The cuticle is the major barrier against uncontrolled water loss from leaves, fruits and other primary parts of higher plants.
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