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What leaf cells are covered in wax?

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The epidermises, the outer layers of the leaf, are covered in a wax-like layer.

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It is the upper most part. Above epidermis.It is called cuticle

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Epidermis of leaf lamina

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It is the surface. It is called cuticle

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