Question

The epidermis in desert plants is covered by waxy coating. Name the substance.

State one advantage of this coating (・–・;)ゞ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Cutin

advantage:

 -It also protects the plant against mechanical injury and invasion by parasitic fungi.

Answer 2

Answer:

The substance which constitutes the coating is known as cutin.

It is of a waterproof quality and and protects the plant against;

a)Loss of water

b) Serves as a protective covering

c) Protects from injury

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