Question

In a temporary Mount of leaf epidermis we observe small pores
a) what are the pores present in leaf epidermis called
b) how are these pores beneficial for the plants

Answer 1

(a) the pores are stomata

(b)stomata facilitate gaseous exchange by removing water vapour through transpiration

•    Stomata are important for the processes like photosynthesis,respiration and ascent of sap in plants.

Answer 2

a) stomata
b) Stomata serve a very important function to plants, allowing them to use photosynthesis to make energy for survival. However, water loss, also known as transpiration, occurs when the stomata are open and gases are exchanging, which can be harmful to plants.