FORESTRY
PLANT AND WOOD ANATOMY
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Question
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Waxy layer that covers the surface of the leaf and reduces water loss:
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Stoma
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Epidermis
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Veins
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Cuticle
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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. Other leaves may have small hairs (trichomes) on the leaf surface.
Detailed explanation-2: -Dermal tissue covers and protects the plant, and controls gas exchange and water absorption (in roots). Dermal tissue of the stems and leaves is covered by a waxy cuticle that prevents evaporative water loss.
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