The epidermis___________. Is made of lignified cells that created a protective layer over the surface of a plant Expands throughout secondary growth Generates all trichomes Prevents gas and water exchange with the environment

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The epidermis___________.

Is made of lignified cells that created a protective layer over the surface of a plant

Expands throughout secondary growth

Generates all trichomes

Prevents gas and water exchange with the environment

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 In plants Epidermis is the outermost layer that covers stem, roots, leaf , flower and other parts. It is a waxy cuticle that  provide a protective barrier against mechanical injury, water loss, and infection. The cuticle gives surface of parts  white and blue color. Epidermis consists of three main cell types that are- pavement cells, guard cells, and their subsidiary cells which surround the stomata and trichomes( leaf hairs). The epidermis of petals also forms a variation of trichomes which are called conical cells.

 

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