Question

The epidermis in desert plants is covered by waxy coating,name the substance that constitutes the coating sate three advantages of this coating

Answer 1

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waxy layer is called as cutin.
Cutin along with cellulose constitute the cuticle
advantages are:-
1.helps against bacterial or parasitic entry
2.acts as water repellent preventing water loss
3.insulates heat and maintain necessary temperature for plant

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