Question

State any 2 functions of the cells found surrounding the stomata

Answer 1

The cells surrounding the stomata are guard cells. They have two primary functions:
1) They control the opening and closing of stomata for respiration or photosynthesis
2) They either promote transportation or prevent it.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The cells surrounding the stomata are guard cells. They perform following functions:

(i) Protect the inner tissues from external factors, pathogenic attacks etc.

(ii) They regulate the opening and closing of stomatal cells.