Question

Differentiate between guard cell and epidermal cell

Answer 1

Guard cells are specified cells those surround each stomata and are found abundantly in the epidermis of leaves and other structure like stem which are associated with gas exchange. These cells are found in pairs and have a space between two adjacent guard cells commonly known as stomata pore.

Epidermal cells are outer (most) layer that surrounds leaves, or almost everything in plants (like skin in animals). Guard cells are subset of epidermal cells. They are different from epidermal cells in shape, size and function

Answer 2

Guard cells are specified cells those surround each stomata and are found abundantly in the epidermis of leaves and other structure like stem which are associated with gas exchange. These cells are found in pairs and have a space between two adjacent guard cells commonly known as stomata pore.

Epidermal cells are outer (most) layer that surrounds leaves, or almost everything in plants (like skin in animals). Guard cells are subset of epidermal cells. They are different from epidermal cells in shape, size and function