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How do epidermis function?
Epidermis is the skin....protection is its primary function
What is the function of the epidermis in a monocot stem?
The function of the epidermis in the stem is to protect the underlying tissues.
How does the epidermis of the root differ from the epidermis of the stem in structure and function?
"As you recall, epidermis (1) is the outermost cell layer of leaves, roots and stems. Unlike the root epidermis, stem and leaf epidermis contain stomata (more on stomata when we discuss photosynthesis). In many plants, leaf and stem epidermis is covered by a wax-like layer of cutin, which protects the plants from excessive water loss, and from pathogen attack."
Which is more advantageous to plants-more stomata on the upper epidermis or lower epidermis?
upper epidermis for sure>>>
What is a major function of the epidermis?
protection
What is the function of the root cap epidermis and root hair?
Root cap epidermis's function is protection while that of root hair is absorption .
Why epidermis important?
plants and flowers
Why Is the epidermis on coastal plants thinner than on non coastal plants?
Coastal plants have plenty of water to absorb and transpire therefore their epidermis does not require water conservation; on the other hand non coastal plants have to conserve water hence their epidermis is thick.
Gaseous exchange occurs in plants through these strutures in the epidermis?
The structure in the epidermis that gaseous exchange occurs in plants is through the stomata. A stomata is a tiny opening or pore in the epidermis.
What is the function of protoderm?
Also known as dermatogen, protoderm is the outermost layer of meristem found in embryonic plants. Eventually, the protoderm matures into the epidermis as the plant grows.
Where is the location of epidermis in a plant?
Epidermis in roots: The epidermis in the roots of a plant is the outside layer of a root. It's function is to protect the root.Epidermis in leaves: There is an upper and lower epidermis in the leaves.
Where is the epidermis located on a plant?
Plants do not have an edpidermis because the epidermis is a layer of skin found only on animals.
