the epidermis in the desert plants is caused by the waxy coating name the substance that constitutes coating state three advantage of coating
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The waxy coating consists of "Cutin."
It is of a waterproof quality and and protects the plant against;
a)Loss of water
b) Serves as a protective covering
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The waxy coating in desert plants are caused by Cutin. Cutin has various advantages, some of them are
1. as they are waxy and waterproof they prevent the loss of water from the desert plants. They reduce the rate of transpiration.
2. it acts as a protection from parasitesand fungi.
3. also helps in protection against mechanical injuries. hence it proves to be of great advantage to the desert plants.
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